MA Material Culture and Experimental Archaeology in York United Kingdom | University of York

Immerse yourself in history through a Master's program focused on artifacts and materials, examining how objects were created, utilized, and appreciated by ancient civilizations.
This program equips you with essential analytical skills through both practical and theoretical approaches to material culture studies. Through experimental archaeology, you'll gain firsthand experience recreating ancient techniques and crafts, deepening your understanding of material properties and historical production methods. Material culture studies involve direct interaction with artifacts and their constituent materials. You'll examine objects from various eras, offering valuable perspectives on archaeological evidence while building career-relevant expertise.
Object and material analysis forms the core of archaeological work, museum curation, and conservation practices. You'll investigate environmental factors and critical preservation challenges like degradation processes. York excels in digital and biomolecular techniques, which are transforming artifact research. Our flexible curriculum lets you select modules that align with your interests, spanning prehistoric to historical periods and specialized methodologies.