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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    Avenue Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • 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

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

£ 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

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    8th out of 25 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 202
    137 68%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    10th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    23rd

    19

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