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Bioarchaeology

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • October 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Bioarchaeology enables us to paint a more vivid picture of the human past.

BSc Bioarchaeology combines the sciences with an interest in history and ancient populations. York is home to the BioArCh centre, a collaborative research facility formed by the Departments of Archaeology, Biology and Chemistry. The centre is internationally-recognised, with a unique concentration of expertise in human palaeoecology and environmental archaeology.

Undertake isotopic analysis of remains from archaeological sites. Discover where people came from and the distance they travelled in their lifetimes. Understand what past diets were like. Learn to analyse the proteins in object fragments such as Viking-Age hair combs. Find out how they were made and the what they were made of. Examine ancient DNA to better understand our human timeline.

Our department is world-renowned for the advanced study of archaeology. We’re friendly and welcoming, meaning you'll get to know your lecturers, and they'll get to know you. You'll have so many opportunities to get involved. Join the Archaeology Society to working abroad on a research project. We have bespoke facilities on campus.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) (formerly Institute of Field Archaeologists)

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • October 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
V403
Institution code:
Y50
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
V403
Institution code:
Y50
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
ABB

A level in a Science subject is essential. We include: Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Life and Health Sciences as science subjects.

T Level
D

Distinction overall in following T Level subjects:

Science; Healthcare Science

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 30 Merit: 15

Pass Access to HE Diploma with 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or higher including Science-related units.

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Extended Project
C

If you achieve C or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 34

With Higher Level Science or Mathematics.

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A-B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

A Level in Science is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDM

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

A Level in Science is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
DD

Plus B at A Level.

A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
D

Plus AB at A Level.

A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

Plus B at A Level.

A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

Plus AB at A Level.

A Level in Science (or equivalent qualification) is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent.

https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/bsc-bioarchaeology/

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.

Contextual A Level offer:
BBB

A level in a Science subject is essential. We include: Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Environmental Studies, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Life and Health Sciences as science subjects.

Learn more on the University of York website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9790
EU & International£26900

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

Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible.

For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/

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