Politics and Archaeology BA (Hons)

Course code L3PA

What is special about this course?

The BA (Hons) Politics and Archaeology joint degree focuses on the different political structures and ideologies across the world and how they shape our lives, with exploration of a range of archaeological skills such as: fieldwork, surveying and post-excavation, mapped to the current occupational standards for archaeology.

Joint honours programmes give you the opportunity to combine two subjects which complement your interests or career goals. You will usually concentrate on both subjects equally.

Please see our FAQ sheet for further information on this course.

Special features

  • Study politics in a regional, national and international context
  • Opportunity to develop ‘on-the-job’ skills such as surveying, fieldwork and post-excavation
  • You can study full-time or part-time to suit your personal circumstances
  • You can study individual modules for personal or professional development
  • It can be possible to transfer between single and joint honours options, usually during your first or second year; advice will be available from your personal academic tutor

Entry requirements

Entry to year one:

  • 3 Scottish Highers at grade BBC or above, OR
  • 2 A levels at grade BC or above
  • At least two should be from the list of relevant academic subjects
  • Applicants with other relevant qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis

Advanced entry to year two:

  • HNC Social Science (12 SQA credits) with 3 additional SQA credits at level 7, which is equivalent to 120 degree credit points, and at least grade C in the Graded Unit, will be considered for direct entry to year two

PVG scheme membership may be required in order to take part in optional modules in year three.

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