Apprenticeship in Archaeological Practice (Part-time) (MA)
The MA in Archaeological Practice is designed for those working in archaeology and heritage who want to develop professional skills while continuing their employment. The course provides an opportunity to gain expertise in key areas such as fieldwork leadership, building survey, environmental archaeology, and artefact analysis. Delivered through weekly live online sessions, it allows apprentices to engage with expert tutors and industry professionals while applying their learning directly to their workplace. The programme also places a strong emphasis on project management skills, preparing apprentices for leadership roles in the heritage sector.
This apprenticeship pathway is fully funded for eligible candidates based in England, providing a valuable route for career progression without financial barriers. It is ideal for those looking to enhance their skills, gain a recognised qualification, and advance within the archaeological profession.
Course details
- Apprenticeship
- Part-time
- English
Fees paid by Levy for eligible individuals. No cost to apprentice of employer.
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
The MA in Archaeological Practice integrates theoretical knowledge with real-world application, ensuring students develop the professional skills necessary for a successful career in archaeology. Designed for practitioners in the sector, it prepares students to take on responsibilities such as preparing archaeological reports, making informed judgments, and managing teams.
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Disclaimer
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The modules outlined above provide examples of what you can expect to learn on this course based on recent academic teaching. We continuously review our courses to ensure quality enhancement and to manage our resources. The precise modules available to you in future years may vary depending on staff availability and research interests, new topics of study, timetabling and student demand. Where your course includes optional modules, these are to provide an element of choice within the course. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed.
You’ll typically complete 120 credits per year of study on a full-time course. For more information visit our Student Agreement.
Ratings and Rankings
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for Teaching, Assessment and Feedback and Academic Support (NSS 2024) meaning that the support and feedback you get will help you learn and develop strong academic skills. Our students have placed us 1st in Wales for Learning Opportunities and Student Voice (NSS 2024) meaning that there are a wide range of opportunities available to enhance your studies and that students play an active role in shaping their learning experiences. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as 1st in Wales and joint 3rd in the UK for student satisfaction (Times Higher Education, 2024, ‘Overall Positivity’ measure). Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Further information
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Applicants must be currently employed in the heritage sector in England with 2 years’ experience to be eligible. Applicants are expected to have a first degree, although every application is considered in its own merit, so places may be offered on the basis of professional qualifications and relevant experience.
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The modules are assessed by a variety of assessment methods: reports, essays, short assignments, oral assessments and one 15000-word dissertation.
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The apprentice will need standard IT equipment to take part in teaching sessions and to prepare assignments.
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The fees for the programme are covered by the Apprenticeship Levy (100% for large employers, 95% for SMEs).
You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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This programme is ideal for those who have been working in sector and are ready to take on additional responsibilities as a project officer or project manager or as a specialist analysing and reporting on a particular type of data.