Why study BSc (Hons) Archaeological, Anthropological and Forensic Sciences at BU?
- This highly employable sciences degree bridges the gap between science and humanities, preparing you for a wide range of fascinating career opportunities in archaeology, anthropology, forensic investigation and other applied sciences
- Receive theoretical and practical learning across the human investigative sciences of crime scene investigation, archaeological and anthropological theory and scientific problem solving
- Attend BU’s archaeological Field School to participate fully in a large-scale excavation, where our students have discovered significant finds, changing the way we view the past
- Build a strong portfolio of transferable skills and, in second and third year, select a combination of units of study based on your own personal interests and career ambitionsÌý
- Undertake hands-on practical work in our state-of-the-art laboratories, all delivered by leading academics
- Complete a five-week or optionalÌý30-week placement to apply skills developed as well as build a network of professional contacts and a strong CV, enhancing your career prospects. 80% of our graduates are either working or studying fifteen months after graduating.Ìý
Course accreditation
This course is among the first to receive joint accreditation from the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), the leading professional body representing archaeologists working in the UK and overseas, and the University Archaeology UK group (UAUK).Ìý
See our fieldwork, facilities and placements in the videos below
Key information
Next start date:
September 2025, September 2026
Location:
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ, Talbot Campus
Duration:
3 years full-time with a 5-week placement, or 4 years full-time with a minimum 30-week placement
Accreditations:
Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA), working in partnership with University Archaeology UK. Recognised by The Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
Required subjects:
All subjects considered
Entry requirements:
¹ó´Ç°ùÌýSeptember 2025Ìýentry:Ìý104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. For more information check out our fullÌýentry requirements.
International entry requirements:
For September 2025 entry:ÌýIf English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0Ìýwith a minimum of 6.0 in either reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components,Ìýor equivalent. For more information check out our international entry requirements.