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Archaeology

In the Bachelor’s in Archaeology, you will study past societies and their importance in today’s world. The programme devotes attention to the study of various materials, the relationships between humans and landscape, and the presentation of research results in various media. This programme is unique in the Netherlands in how it focuses on Europe – from the Mediterranean to Middle and Western Europe, including, of course, the Netherlands and Amsterdam.

Language of instruction
English
Mode
Full-time
Oct27
Bachelor's Week 27-31 Oct
Dec01
Experience Days 1-12 Dec
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Why study Archaeology at the UvA?

Personal development

There is plenty of room for personal development, among other ways through having the opportunity to play an active role in lecturers’ research projects.

ACASA

The programme, a UvA-VU Amsterdam collaboration, comprises a strong team of lecturers and researchers, thus providing a stimulating environment for collaboration and study.

Collaborations with institutions 

As a student, you will profit from the programme’s collaboration with institutions like the municipal archaeological department, museums and foreign institutes in Amsterdam.

Fieldwork trips

You get to participate in fieldwork trips to such places as Greece. These experiences will help prepare you for the academic and professional world.

Is Archaeology right for you? 

  1. You want to learn how to use digital, forensic and other modern research techniques, as well as how to use them to find and analyse archaeological remains.
  2. You are eager to do fieldwork to discover and examine various remains. 
  3. You are keen to be part of a community of 40 first-year students.
  4. You would like to study at the highest ranked university in the Netherlands. 
Bachelor's programme in Archaeology explained

Find out in 5 minutes what the Archaeology programme is about and why you should study it in Amsterdam.

Dutch or English?

If you are a Dutch-speaking student, you can also opt for our Dutch track. 

What does your week look like as a student?

Wondering what your weekly schedule will be at Archaeology? Then download the brochure with a sample timetable and additional information about this study.

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Facts & Figures
Degree programme
BA Archaeology
Type
Regular study programme
Mode
Full-time
Credits
180 EC ECTS, 36 months
Language of instruction
English
Starts in
September
RIO code
56703
Location
University Quarter
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