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Queen's Anniversary Prize winner in recognition of teaching and research excellence

Examining fishbone samples in teaching laboratory

A top 10 University for archaeology

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Consistently number 1 for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey

Located in York, England's archaeological capital

Located in York, the UK's archaeological capital

Vibrant, friendly community with focus on small teaching groups

Vibrant, friendly community with focus on small teaching groups

The Department of Archaeology at York is internationally recognised as both a vibrant research community and a centre of excellent teaching. We offer a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses, and pride ourselves on providing a supportive, enthusiastic, and challenging academic atmosphere which enables our students to achieve their full potential.

Welcome to York

Welcome to the Department of Archaeology at the University of York where we are proud to be at the forefront of archaeological ‌research and teaching.

Our range of interests and expertise covers human history from prehistory to present. Studying archaeology helps us to understand the past, ourselves and our future.

York is the UK's archaeological capital and is the ideal place to study archaeology. With us you will develop a range of skills that will enhance your employment prospects both inside and outside the sector.

Dr John Schofield 
Head of Department

Our courses

Research and teaching excellence

 Queens Anniversary Prize 2011

We were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2011 in recognition of research and teaching excellence.

York 800

In 2012, York celebrates 800 years of being a self-governing city. Watch the video to see how York has developed into a vibrant, exciting place to live, work and study. 

News

Guardian League Tables for Archaeology 2014

Posted on Thursday 6 June 2013

York has been ranked 6th in the UK for Archaeology in the newly-released Guardian League Tables for 2014.


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GROUNDBREAKING: Presenting the past and inspiring the future

Posted on Tuesday 28 May 2013

Undergraduates in the Department of Archaeology will present their end of year post-fieldwork exhibition at King’s Manor on Wednesday 19th June at 4pm in G/60.


Events

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A historic landscape on your doorstep: Walmgate Stray from prehistory to present

Excavations on the Stray will be under way from 1st July and run until the 6th July. Don't miss this chance to see the team at work and to learn about the history and prehistory of this local area.