University of Southampton

Course Details

BA Archaeology and Geography (with Year Abroad)

Course Description

Travel and learn, with a BA Archaeology and Geography degree. Spend your third academic year in one of our partner institutions, participating in exciting and innovative fieldwork. Study modules such as; Underwater Archaeology, Human Origins, Artefacts Analysis and more on this transferable programme of study. Graduates find career opportunities in museums, construction, town planning, business, research and teaching. A degree in Archaeology and Geography degree offers you the wide and varied learning experience you should expect from a leading research university. We are committed to providing a relevant, modern and above all enjoyable experience which will ensure you graduate with the skills and understanding you need to start a career in any number of industries. Study exciting modules and learn important skills like land surveying, archaeological excavation techniques and findings analysis. Led by academic staff, your teaching will allow you to engage with and contribute to the world-leading research carried out at Southampton as it happens. Our staff value your opinion and views: lectures are typically followed by a small group seminar which gives you the opportunity to explore ideas and themes that you feel are particularly relevant. You will find yourself challenged intellectually and exposed to new ideas, approaches and perspectives. Visiting speakers from international universities and successful professionals are a frequent part of our lecture series. Your course will be incredibly flexible to suit your personal aims and objectives. Within your degree there will be a wide and fascinating range of modules related to our specialisms led by academics passionate about their research who want to engage you in their experience. You can choose subjects from beyond your degree to fashion the knowledge and experiences that you think will best help you in the career in front of you. Each module has a home on our virtual learning environment which serves as a starting point to find out more about each subject and undertake independent research to develop your understanding to a greater depth.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Archaeology and Geography are not just vocational subjects. Our graduates go on to a wide range of careers and find that knowledge can be applied in a range of organisations from local government planning and National Trust bodies to museums and consultancies. This joint honours degree will help you to discover key skills employers seek, such as time management, problem solving, team-work, project management and cultural awareness. Above all, you will learn to communicate ideas and enthusiasm to a wide range of audiences in a way that is relevant and understandable.




BA Archaeology and Geography (with Year Abroad) University of Southampton