MSc Osteoarchaeology

Postgraduate Entry Requirements: 

• Academic Qualifications: A minimum of 60% or equivalent in the bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution.
• English Language Proficiency: 
  • IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or higher with no band less than 6.0.
  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 90 on the internet-based test (iBT) or 570 on the paper-based test (PBT).
  • PTE: Overall score of 62 with minimum 59 in each.

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.

These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in pursuing their education at the university.

1. Aberdeen Global Scholarships: The Aberdeen Global Scholarships are merit-based awards available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships provide a tuition fee discount of up to £8,000, depending on the academic qualifications and achievements of the students.
2. Chevening Scholarships: The University of Aberdeen is a proud partner of the UK government's Chevening Scholarship program. These scholarships are awarded to outstanding students from Chevening-eligible countries and cover tuition fees, living expenses, and other allowances.
3. Commonwealth Scholarships: The university participates in the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan, offering scholarships to students from Commonwealth countries. These scholarships cover full tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs.
4. Country-Specific Scholarships: The University of Aberdeen offers various scholarships that are specific to certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be funded by governments, organizations, or donors from those countries and aim to support students from those regions in pursuing their education at the university.
5. External Scholarships: In addition to university-specific scholarships, international students at the University of Aberdeen can explore external scholarship opportunities. These scholarships are offered by organizations, foundations, and governments outside the university and can provide financial support for tuition fees, living expenses, and research projects.
6. Postgraduate Research Scholarships: The university offers several scholarships for international students pursuing research-based postgraduate degrees. These scholarships cover tuition fees and provide a stipend to support living expenses during the research program.

It is important to note that the availability and specific details of scholarships may vary each year.

Graduates of the MSc Osteoarchaeology program from the University of Aberdeen are equipped with a specialized skill set that qualifies them for various career paths.

1. Osteoarchaeologist: Graduates can work as osteoarchaeologists, analyzing human skeletal remains and contributing to archaeological excavations.

2. Museum Curator: Graduates can work in museums and cultural institutions, curating and interpreting skeletal collections for public education and research.

3. Academic Researcher: Graduates can pursue doctoral studies and engage in original research, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in osteoarchaeology.

4. Forensic Anthropologist: Graduates can specialize in forensic anthropology, assisting in the identification of human remains for legal and humanitarian purposes.

5. Heritage Management: Graduates can work in heritage management and conservation, ensuring the preservation and respectful treatment of human remains in archaeological contexts.

6. Cultural Resource Management: Graduates can be involved in cultural resource management, working with government agencies or private companies to assess the impact of development on archaeological sites.

7. Consultant: Graduates can provide expert consultation on archaeological projects, especially those involving human remains.

8. Education and Outreach: Graduates can engage in education and outreach initiatives, sharing their expertise with the public through lectures, workshops, and exhibitions.

9. Freelance Researcher: Graduates can undertake freelance research projects, contributing to academic publications and consultancy reports.

10. Archaeological Illustrator: Graduates with artistic skills can work as archaeological illustrators, creating accurate visual representations of skeletal remains and artifacts.