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MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Archaeology
Western Bank
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Archaeology program at The University of Sheffield is a comprehensive and interdisciplinary course designed to provide students with a deep understanding of human skeletal anatomy, osteological analysis, and burial practices. The program combines theoretical knowledge with practical experience, equipping graduates with the skills and knowledge to contribute to the interpretation of past populations and burial rituals.
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Human Osteology: The curriculum covers essential topics in human skeletal anatomy, osteological terminology, and methods of identifying and analyzing human bones.
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Funerary Archaeology: The program emphasizes the study of burial practices, mortuary archaeology, and the cultural aspects of death and burial.
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Bioarchaeological Approaches: Students learn bioarchaeological approaches to interpret human remains, including paleopathology, isotopic analysis, and ancient DNA analysis.
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Fieldwork and Laboratory Practice: The program may offer opportunities for fieldwork and laboratory experience, allowing students to handle and analyze archaeological human remains.
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Expert Faculty: The MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Archaeology program is led by a team of experienced faculty members who are specialists in archaeology and human osteology. They provide valuable guidance and mentorship to students throughout their academic journey.
Location
Western Bank
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 25600
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60%-70% or equivalent.
- English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
- TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 88, with at least 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing.
- PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 61 with no individual score below 56.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
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.
Postgraduate students may be eligible for the following scholarships:
- Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to UK, EU, and international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time or part-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- International Merit Postgraduate Taught Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship is worth 50% of the tuition fee for each year of study.
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: This scholarship is available to students from eligible developing Commonwealth countries who have a conditional or unconditional offer to study a full-time postgraduate taught course at the University of Sheffield. The scholarship covers the full tuition fee, airfare to and from the UK, and a monthly stipend.
Graduates of the MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Archaeology program have diverse and promising career prospects in various fields.
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Bioarchaeologist: Graduates can pursue roles as bioarchaeologists in academic institutions, archaeological units, and heritage organizations, analyzing human remains and contributing to archaeological interpretations.
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Museum Curator or Specialist: With expertise in funerary archaeology, graduates can work in museums or cultural institutions, curating and interpreting archaeological collections.
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Heritage Manager: Graduates can explore careers as heritage managers, overseeing archaeological sites and heritage projects related to human remains.
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Archaeological Consultant: The program equips students to work as archaeological consultants, advising on human remains and burial practices in development and construction projects.
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Academic and Research Roles: Some students may choose to pursue further studies or academic careers, contributing to bioarchaeological research and teaching in universities and research institutions.
