PhD/MPhil in Archaeology in Bangor United Kingdom | Bangor University

Our Archaeology PhD and Heritage PhD programs offer an exceptional chance to conduct thorough academic research in your chosen field, with expert guidance from specialized supervisors.
Bangor's Archaeology department benefits from its prime location surrounded by diverse historical sites - from ancient tombs and stone circles to Roman forts, medieval castles (including UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Beaumaris, Caernarfon, and Conwy), and industrial revolution remnants. Faculty research focuses on: Britain and Ireland's early prehistory, European and British Celtic Iron Age, the Western Atlantic region, medieval Wales and Ireland, and archaeology's historical development. Many staff members lead fieldwork projects across Wales and internationally. With support from knowledgeable supervisors, you'll develop a thesis that offers fresh insights to historical scholarship. Our goal is to help you evolve into an autonomous researcher.

Career Paths
As a research-focused program, it prepares you for academic positions in Archaeology. The advanced analytical and investigative skills gained are highly sought after in fields including media, museum curation, heritage management, education, publishing, and research development.

Duration: PhD - 3 years full-time or 4-6 years part-time; MPhil - 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.