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Archaeology
BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateUniversity of Exeter - Exeter campuses
Course summary
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Learn important techniques and skills archaeologists use to engage with the past.
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Fieldwork opportunities in the UK or abroad; recent examples include excavations of prehistoric settlements in Kazakhstan and environmental archaeology of the Amazon basin.
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Tailor your degree to your areas of interest, such as exploring specific historical periods of cultures, or examining human bones and artefacts.
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Exeter is unique in its setting, surrounded by some of the country’s richest archaeological sites. We also have outstanding on-site facilities for practical work and research, including a variety of laboratories, and an extensive reference collection.
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Professional placement available in the UK or abroad.
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To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Modules
For a full list of modules please visit our course page.
Assessment method
Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V400
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Exeter has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- V400
- Institution code:
- E84
- Campus name:
- University of Exeter - Exeter campuses
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. ISC University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support.
For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships please visit our course page.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BBB - ABB
Excluding General Studies
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 24 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade.
Scottish Higher - ABBBB - AABBB
Scottish Advanced Higher - BBC - BBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 - 32 points
Applicants will be considered with IB 32-30 OR 655 or 555 in three Higher Level subjects.
English language requirements
GCSE English Language with a minimum pass of Grade C or 4.
For further details on our English Language requirements please visit our website. http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/applications/entry/#english-language
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
This tool provides a broad indication on entry information. When considering applicants at Exeter there are additional specific individual considerations taken into account. This includes eligibility for contextual offers, extenuating circumstances, whether applicants fall within UK or international targets, or whether they’ve applied for a capped programme or group. Please also make sure to check for specific subject requirements on our website www.exeter.ac.uk/study/undergraduate
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 9 other archaeology courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A
- Highest grades
- BCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £24950 | Year 1 |
| International | £24950 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For full details regarding tuition fee and other costings, see: http://www.exeter.ac.uk/undergraduate/money/fees/
Sponsorship information
We understand the financial pressures that undergraduate students can face when arriving at university for the first time and that is why we offer bursaries to complement government loans for low household income families, scholarships for exceptional students, sportspeople and those meeting other criteria as well as expert funding advice and guidance. For more information, please visit our course page.
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