Master of Arts in History and Archaeology
The University of Edinburgh
UK,Scotland
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48 Months
Duration
CAD 28,000/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, Scotland
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1583
Total Students: 45,615 +
Int. Students: 13,353 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh EH8 9YL, United Kingdom
Master of Arts in History and Archaeology
Program Overview
This programme allows you to pursue specialist studies in history in combination with the distinctive insights and methodologies of archaeology.
Edinburgh has a strong tradition in both history and archaeology and excellent collections of printed and material collections to support intensive study in these disciplines.
History
In history, courses cover:
- historical periods from the early Middle Ages to the most recent past
- geographical regions including Britain and Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas
- a wide variety of approaches to the past, including political history, cultural history, social history, economic history, intellectual history, gender history, and global and transnational history
Archaeology
Archaeology investigates the human past using material remains such as artefacts and excavated sites to reconstruct the economic, social and cultural life of early societies.
At Edinburgh we have a rich tradition of archaeological teaching and research, specialising in:
- European prehistory
- the early civilisations of the Mediterranean
- the Near East and Egypt
You will be introduced to standard and innovative archaeological techniques and the practice and theory of archaeology.
This will include the study of science-based archaeology, the study of animal and human bones and digital applications.
Practical skills
We emphasise the importance of training in practical archaeological skills.
You can gain hands-on experience of artefact identification and analysis in practical sessions using artefacts from our own Vere Gordon Childe collection.
At the end of Year 1, you will complete three weeks of archaeological fieldwork, with the option to undertake further fieldwork.
In later years of study, you will also take part in projects in heritage management and public engagement and the lab-based analysis of archaeological remains.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 28,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in The University of Edinburgh
CAD 12,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
