Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Archaeology (with Professional Placement) (V401)

Explore the material remains of past societies – from the first hominins millions of years ago to the modern day – with University of Reading's accredited BA Archaeology degree.

Archaeology is more than studying the past: it’s a discipline that actively prepares students for the job market. Students will develop an impressive range of practical and academic skills, whether they want to move into the archaeology or heritage sectors or enter a wide range of other industries and careers.

More than 40 major infrastructure projects are planned across the UK over the next 17 years, and archaeologists are required for exploratory excavations and analysis before construction begins. A 2016 report from Historic England found that England's 3,000-person commercial archaeology workforce will need to grow by 25% over the next six years to meet demand.

This degree includes an integrated professional placement between the second and final year. It offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance students' employability, develop their skills and knowledge, and build their network. Opportunities are available working across the archaeological, heritage, planning and museum sectors including: research institutions, government organizations, local planning authorities, archaeological consultancies, field units, specialists and archivists.