BSc (Hons) Humanitarian Archaeology with a Placement Year in Stoke-On-Trent United Kingdom | University of Staffordshire

Enhance your abilities as an engaged global citizen through our BSc Humanitarian Archaeology program.
This innovative, hands-on degree prepares you to become an archaeologist equipped to address major humanitarian challenges facing our world today. You'll examine how conflict, genocide, human evolution, identity, and climate change have influenced our world and how civilizations have responded to these challenges throughout history.
Throughout your studies, you'll participate in exclusive fieldwork experiences that teach practical and digital techniques archaeologists use to record landscapes and study material culture. You'll discover how archaeological methods can support social initiatives, strengthen communities, and improve physical and mental health.
The BSc (Hons) Humanitarian Archaeology is a distinctive, multidisciplinary program that allows you to:
acquire in-depth understanding of how conflict, genocide, climate change, and culture have transformed societies and environments
master archaeological techniques for landscape documentation, material analysis, social advocacy, and health improvement
build practical expertise through annual fieldwork, including international opportunities in your second year
customize your education with optional modules in years 2 and 3
conduct an in-depth research project aligned with your chosen specialization or interests
experience interdisciplinary learning from experts in Archaeology, History, International Relations, Geography, Media Studies, Forensic Science, and Law.
This program is perfect for those passionate about archaeological methods, human rights, genocide and conflict research, social equity, forensic analysis, and geography.
You'll explore pressing global issues including:
The evolution of human identity from ancient times to today
Evidence of our current climate emergency
The causes, processes, and consequences of conflicts - from individual violence to genocidal acts
You'll also cultivate essential communication skills for engaging diverse audiences, including the public and key policymakers