BSc Honours Archaeology

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 80% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 17 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 70 with no individual score below 59.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Newcastle University in the UK offers a range of scholarships to international students, providing them with financial support to pursue their studies. These scholarships aim to attract talented and academically outstanding students from around the world.  

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships: These scholarships are highly competitive and are awarded to exceptional international students who have demonstrated academic excellence. The scholarships cover a partial tuition fee reduction.

International Family Discounts: Newcastle University offers a family discount scheme where siblings or married couples who are both studying at the university can receive a tuition fee reduction.

GREAT Scholarships: Newcastle University participates in the GREAT Scholarships program, which is a joint initiative by the British Council and UK universities. These scholarships are available for students from specific countries and cover full or partial tuition fees.

Chevening Scholarships: Newcastle University is a Chevening Partner, and eligible students can apply for the prestigious Chevening Scholarships, which are funded by the UK government. These scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other allowances.

Country-specific Scholarships: Newcastle University offers a range of scholarships specifically for students from certain countries. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, financial need, or specific criteria defined by the funding organization.

Graduates of Newcastle University's BSc Honours in Archaeology program possess a profound understanding of archaeological methods, cultural heritage, and historical analysis, offering them diverse career opportunities in fields related to archaeology, cultural preservation, research, education, and various sectors that value expertise in historical and archaeological studies.

Archaeologist: Graduates can pursue careers as field archaeologists, conducting excavations, analyzing artifacts, and interpreting findings for archaeological consultancies, governmental bodies, or research institutions.

Cultural Heritage Manager: Graduates can work in cultural heritage management, overseeing the preservation, conservation, and interpretation of historical sites, museums, or heritage organizations.

Museum Curator: Graduates can work as museum curators, managing collections, organizing exhibitions, and conducting research on historical artifacts and cultural materials for museums or galleries.

Heritage Consultant: Graduates can become heritage consultants, advising on heritage policies, conducting impact assessments, and providing guidance on cultural heritage conservation for governmental agencies or private firms.

Archaeological Technician: Graduates can work as archaeological technicians, assisting in fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and documentation for archaeological projects or research institutions.

Educator/Researcher: Graduates can pursue careers in academia or education, teaching archaeology at universities, conducting research in historical studies, or working in educational institutions.

Conservation Officer: Graduates can work as conservation officers, focusing on preserving historical sites, artifacts, or cultural heritage for governmental agencies, NGOs, or heritage organizations.

Cultural Resource Manager: Graduates can manage cultural resources, working in planning, land management, or development sectors, ensuring the protection of archaeological sites during construction projects.

Archaeological Illustrator/Photographer: Graduates can specialize in archaeological illustration or photography, documenting and illustrating archaeological finds for publications, reports, or exhibitions.

Archaeological Tourism Specialist: Graduates can work in archaeological tourism, promoting and managing heritage sites, developing tour programs, or engaging in cultural tourism initiatives.