Culture, Heritage and Archaeology BA (Hons)
University of the Highlands and Islands
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Culture, Heritage and Archaeology BA (Hons) and other courses in sociology, social policy and anthropology at University of the Highlands and Islands for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in sociology, social policy and anthropology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH15
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of sociology, social policy and anthropology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26000 | £16000 | £21000 |
25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £28000 | £11500 - £25500 | £13500 - £30500 |
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Course Description
This joint degree gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in both the cultural and physical identities of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. As well as exploring the fascinating and varied cultural heritage of the region, you will also acquire the practical skills required for archaeological fieldwork, surveying and post excavation.
Archaeology is closely linked to the distinctive cultural heritage of the Highlands and Islands, as well as wider Scotland, and you will develop a wealth of skills in both disciplines through your studies and fieldwork. Your research skills will be refined throughout the course enhancing your career prospects as well as equipping you for progress to postgraduate study.
Please note that UHI North Highland, UHI Outer Hebrides and UHI West Highland have changed their names to become UHI North, West and Hebrides. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Culture, Heritage and Archaeology BA (Hons) at University of the Highlands and Islands
15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
15% | Information Technology Professionals |
15% | Sports and fitness occupations |
10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for sociology, social policy and anthropology
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no element below 5.5 |
PTE Academic | 58 | 58 average with 51 in each component |
TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section |
Costs
Tuition Fees Culture, Heritage and Archaeology BA (Hons)
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
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England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £13980 | year 1 |
International | £13980 | year 1 |
Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
England UK | £6120 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £6120 | year 1 |
Wales | £6120 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £6120 | year 1 |
Ireland | £6120 | year 1 |
EU | £6960 | year 1 |
International | £6960 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
This course is not available to students requiring Student Route visa sponsorship to study here.
For course specific fees information please refer to the Fees/funding tab on the university website course page.
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.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
About University of the Highlands and Islands
The University of the Highlands and Islands offers their students the opportunity to study at one of their 13 colleges or research centres. For those who don’t have the freedom to enrol themselves in full-time education, this university also offers a series of options on a flexible Part-time or Online basis. With that said, 7 out of their 13 institutions offer a Childcare service, which is useful for enabling parents to pursue their degrees. When it comes to research activity, the University of the Highlands and Islands’ main focus is on Engineering, Humanities, Society, and Health Science.
Where is this programme taught
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