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Qualification
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Location
Avenue Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
2 years
Course summary
Join one of the largest archaeology research programmes in the UK. Students from all over the world study a wide range of archaeological topics in an intellectually stimulating environment. You'll work alongside renowned scholars in the field.
Make use of superb purpose-built laboratories with the latest equipment. They include dedicated spaces for lithics analysis and isotope sampling as well as maritime and palaeolithic archaeology labs. We also support archaeological fieldwork across the globe. You’ll get specialist training in research methods relevant to your investigations.
A team of academics will guide you, led by a supervisor of your choice. You'll be supported by staff with a range of expertise in different archaeological periods and cultures, materials, analytical techniques and theories. Supervision is flexible so we can adjust the team and expertise as your research develops.
As a PhD student you'll have opportunities to develop transferable skills alongside your studies such as presenting and teaching. You can also take part in regular seminars to try out your ideas to a wider audience. Share your research with peers at our annual archaeology symposium.
Main areas of research
Our research is grouped into these themes:
human evolution, chronology, dispersals and lifeways
classical empires
maritime archaeology
prehistoric landscapes, monuments and materialities
representation, visualisation and politics of archaeology
Some of our research, such as scientific archaeology, cuts across several research themes.
Tuition fees
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£ 19,620per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
20th
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Campus address
University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
8th out of 25 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 202137 68%10th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10074.0 74%10th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.93 73%23rd
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