Human Osteoarchaeology MSc
The University of Edinburgh
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Median salary | £23000 | £29500 | £39500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £30000 | £23500 - £34000 | £29500 - £48000 |
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Median salary | £24406 | £24662 | £30689 |
25-75 percentile range | £21389 - £28940 | £19296 - £31978 | £22604 - £41672 |
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Course Description
Human skeletal remains are the most direct evidence of past lifeways and their scientific investigation gives unique insights into human history.
Bioarchaeology, also known as osteoarchaeology (the study of archaeological human remains), is a subdiscipline of biological anthropology. It is an exciting interdisciplinary field that draws on a variety of techniques, ranging from visual examination of the whole skeleton to the biomolecular analysis of small bone samples. Demographic shifts, environmental changes, migrations, lifestyles, numerous diseases and the impact of violence and conflict all leave traces on the skeleton.
This MSc provides the skills required to:
- identify human remains, through detailed analytical skills
- apply a wide-range of methods employed in the study of human remains
- quantify and analyse scientific data
- understand skeletal biographies
- apply social theory
- interpret human remains within their cultural context at both an individual and a population level
Combining theoretical learning with hands-on practice, we will provide you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential to your handling and analysis of remains recovered from archaeological sites.
Breadth of expertise
We have a wide range of expertise covering different areas, time periods and themes, including:
- Bioarchaeology and isotope studies
- Egyptology
- Roman and ‘Celtic’ archaeology
- The Byzantine World and Late Antiquity
- Megalithic monuments
- Prehistory of Europe, the Mediterranean and North-East Africa
- Early civilisations and urban societies
- The archaeology of Scotland
- Cultural heritage and sustainability
- Digital heritage and heritage policy
- Archaeomaterials analysis
- Human evolution
- Conflict archaeology
- Medieval archaeology
- Computational archaeology
- Marine and coastal archaeology
- Buildings archaeology
- Archaeological survey-Landscape Archaeology
Focal areas of research include:
- Bioarchaeology/ Human Osteoarchaeology/ Biological Anthropology
- Human–environment interactions
- The transition from hunter-gatherer to farming communities
- The development of complex societies
- Cultural heritage perspectives on the past, present, and future
Accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).
Jobs & Career Perspectives
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75% | Media Professionals |
25% | Teaching Professionals |
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Entry Requirements / Admissions
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Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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