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Archaeology (Paleoanthropology) MSc

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Avenue Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Explore the evolution, biology and behaviour of humankind through the study of our Stone Age ancestors. With this specialist master’s in palaeoanthropology you’ll gain expertise in the analysis of stone tools and hominin skulls to understand our evolutionary journey. You’ll work closely with experts in our Centre for the Archaeology of Human Origins (CAHO) and benefit from opportunities to apply your learning in real-world settings.

Your specialist palaeoanthropology learning will cover: handling and interpreting stone tools; the role of evolutionary models, experimental testing, primatological data and ethnographies in the study of human origins; developing methods to interrogate meaning from collections of stone tools; using SPSS statistical analysis software; Palaeolithic symbolism and language, migration and responses to environmental change.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

We'll assess your knowledge through: reports and portfolios; written exams and essays; digital projects; mapping packages; group presentations; dissertation research project; field, laboratory, and practical tests.

Tuition fees

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£ 25,400per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Archaeology

    8th out of 25 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    137 68%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    10th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    23rd

    19

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