University of York
Master of Arts in Medieval Archaeology
The Master of Arts in Medieval Archaeology in History is offered by University of York.
Program Length: 2 YEARS.
Master of Arts in Medieval Archaeology offered by the University of York
Explore the past from the European heartland of medieval archaeologyThe historic buildings, landscapes and material culture of York and northern England offer unrivalled opportunities to immerse yourself in the hands-on study of medieval archaeology.One of the first universities in the country to specialise in medieval archaeology, the Department of Archaeology at York is well established as a leading authority on the subject. The specialisms of our staff cover the whole medieval period.The course focuses on the archaeology of medieval Britain and Western Europe, considering buildings, landscapes and artefacts within a range of social, cultural and environmental contexts. It covers the period from the end of the Roman Empire to the Reformation, and explores themes such as settlement, trade and economy, religion, social structure, ethnicity and identity, conquest and cultural contact, and methodological and theoretical approaches.The flexible modular structure of the course means you can tailor your MA to suit your interests and goals. There is an opportunity to learn valuable practical skills, which are essential for a wide range of archaeological and associated careers.
Course contentYou'll study a total of 180 credits over the course. You will study two core modules (worth a total of 40 credits) and six option modules, four of which will be shorter skills modules (worth a total of 20 credits, plus longer option modules worth a total of 40 credits). You will hone your research skills by producing a dissertation and presenting an assessed lecture on your chosen topic (80 credits).Core modulesThe Viking Age: People, Places and Things (20 credits)Medieval Settlement and Communities (20 credits)
Option modulesYou will study two further 20-credit modules and four 5-credit 'skills' modules from our full range of options. Examples include:Archaeology of Households (20 credits)Debates in Funerary Archaeology (20 credits)Death and Burial in the Age of the Vikings (20 credits)Introduction to Ceramic PetrologyMaterial Culture Theory in Practice (5 credits)Documents and Archives for Archaeologists (5 credits)