BSc (Hons) Archaeological, Anthropological & Forensic Sciences

... United Kingdom
... Bournemouth University

Course Overview

  • This highly employable sciences degree bridges the gap between science and humanities, preparing you for various 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 the second and third years, select a combination of study units based on your career ambitions. 

  • Undertake hands-on practical work in our state-of-the-art laboratories, all delivered by leading academics

  • Complete a five or 30-week placement to apply skills developed and build a network of professional contacts and a strong CV, enhancing your career prospects. 90% of our graduates are either working or studying fifteen months after graduating 

General Eligibility

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

Language Requirement

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in either reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Biological and Medical Sciences


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Campus Name

Talbot


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-time,3 years with a 5-week placement, 4 years with 30-week placement


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Available Intake

September 2023, September 2024


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

Per year: UK:£9,250, International:£16,250, Placement year: £1,850,


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