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Hear directly from our students about a range of topics: why they chose York; what they love about their courses; placements; and general tips for student life at York.

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An archaeological tour of York

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Day in the life of an Archaeology student

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Hear from our students

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From Museum Studies to Pit-Firing: My Journey into Experimental Archaeology at York

Posted by Els

When I was a prospective student, deciding between different archaeology programs, I remember seeing a picture of the York Experimental Archaeology (YEAR) Centre, and…

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My experience as an Archaeology Masters student at the University of York

Posted by Gracen (Gigi) Barter

Hi everyone! My name is Gigi and I am an Archaeology Masters student at the University of York studying towards my MA in Cultural…

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Studying archaeology as an international postgraduate student

Posted by Carley

Hi my name is Carley! I am a current postgraduate student at the University of York in the MA Roman Archaeology program. I want…

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Why York is the Best Place to Study Archaeology

Posted by Whiskey

Hi, I’m Whiskey! I am studying my 1st year undergraduate BA in Archaeology at Uni of York and loving it. The main thing I…

Hear from our graduates

Our graduates have gone on to a wide range of careers in the heritage sector, marketing, local councils, the media and beyond.