Material Culture and Artefact Studies

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Archaeology, Classics, Geography, Geology, Anthropology, History, History of Art, Heritage Science or Environmental Science.

A 2.2 Honours degree, or a 2.1 in another subject, will be considered where supported by relevant experience. Substantial, directly relevant experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Material culture and artefact studies combines the archaeological recovery and specialist examination of an object with its presentation, management and understanding within a cultural context.

Why this programme

• This MSc in Material Culture & Artefact Studies will prepare you to participate at both a practical and theoretical level within the field of specialist artefactual analysis.
• You will be able to undertake a work placement to gain valuable work experience in a museum, archaeological unit or other cultural institution.
• You will benefit from the involvement of staff from Glasgow Museums, National Museums Scotland and other institutions within Scotland, and will have the opportunity to work with collections from local museums, including the University’s own Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery.
• Listen to our podcast: Stories from Glasgow – Archaeology and the Digital Keys to Unlocking the Past with Dr Gareth Beale