1. University of Winchester
  2. Program
  3. Masters
  4. MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies

MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies

1 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Winchester

Program Overview

Human Osteology and Funerary Studies at Winchester gives you the opportunity to study the practical and theoretical aspects of human remains and funerary studies in archaeology, and what they tell us about the life, health and death of past populations. The course includes taught components on a wide range of practical and theoretical aspects of the study of human remains in archaeology, with some modules focusing on the study of funerary beliefs and rituals throughout prehistory and history.

Program Key Stats

£13300 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


1200
23

Additional Information & Requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or professional experience in the area of study. Ideally applicants will have already taken an undergraduate level module in Human Bioarchaeology/Human Osteology or equivalent, have participated in a bioarchaeological/osteological field school, or have relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in writing or equivalent

Career Options

  • MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies acts as a basis for a career within archaeology
  • or related discipline
  • or as preparation for undertaking an MRes
  • MPhil or PhD
  1. University of Winchester
  2. Program
  3. Masters
  4. MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies

MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies

2 Years Part Time Masters Program

University of Winchester

Program Overview

Human Osteology and Funerary Studies at Winchester gives you the opportunity to study the practical and theoretical aspects of human remains and funerary studies in archaeology, and what they tell us about the life, health and death of past populations. The course includes taught components on a wide range of practical and theoretical aspects of the study of human remains in archaeology, with some modules focusing on the study of funerary beliefs and rituals throughout prehistory and history.

Program Key Stats

£6650 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


1200
23

Additional Information & Requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or professional experience in the area of study. Ideally applicants will have already taken an undergraduate level module in Human Bioarchaeology/Human Osteology or equivalent, have participated in a bioarchaeological/osteological field school, or have relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in writing or equivalent

Career Options

  • MSc Human Osteology and Funerary Studies acts as a basis for a career within archaeology
  • or related discipline
  • or as preparation for undertaking an MRes
  • MPhil or PhD

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