Archaeology Bachelor & Master in London
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Jobs & Career Perspectives
Career perspectives for Archaeology
15 months after graduation, graduates of this subject were asked about their current circumstances of employment, what they do, and whether their activities and perspectives are directly related to their studies.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Current jobs
Among graduates of Archaeology who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number who “agree” or “strongly agree” with the statements about their job.
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Specialisations within Archaeology
- Prehistoric
- Historic
- Classical
- Underwater
Skills that graduates consider useful for their work in Archaeology
- Ability to work well with your hands
- Knowledge of sociology and anthropology
- Ability to pay attention to detail
- Persistence and determination
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Analytical thinking skills
- Ability to work as a team and independently
- Work methodically and accurately
- Ability to retrieve information to produce written reports
Required skill level of job after 15 months
Among graduates of Archaeology who indicated that they are working, the percentage below represents the number of highly skilled vs non-highly skilled jobs (Unistats).
Source: HESA - Graduate Outcomes Survey Aug 27, 2024
Jobs of graduates of Archaeology (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Archaeology at The University of Winchester
| 25% | Customer service occupations |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 5% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
Source: Unistats by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) Aug 27, 2024
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Archaeology, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.
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