Queen's Anniversary Prize winner in recognition of teaching and research excellence
A top 10 University for archaeology
Consistently number 1 for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey
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Located in York, the UK's archaeological capital
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.
Prof. John Schofield
Head of Department
Archaeology ranked in the top 5 in REF2014
The Department climbs the league tables again.
Research and teaching excellence
We were awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2011 in recognition of research and teaching excellence.
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- Why study Archaeology at York?
- Undergraduate study
- Postgraduate study
- Taught Master's funding
- Research PG funding
Featured News
Four ArchSci 2020 studentships available
Closing date December 1st 2015
New ACCE NERC PhD studentship available
Closing date January 3rd 2016
The Archaeology Department climbs to fourth place in the 2016 league table
Featured Events
Archaeology Postgraduate Open Day
Weds 9 December 2015
Visit the Department to find out more about studying an MA/MSc or PhD with us!
Arts and Humanities postgraduate open afternoon
Weds 18 November 2015
Visit the Humanities Research Centre to find out about PG humanities at York
From Anthrosphere to Lithosphere (and back again)
6-8 November 2015
A conference celebrating the career and research of Terry O'Connor
York 800
In 2012, York celebrated 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.
Recent News
Posted on Tuesday 1 December 2015
New director David Orton integrates the latest scientific techniques with the study of Zooarchaeology at York
Posted on Wednesday 25 November 2015
"A life very well lived and a joy to have known him."