- Archaeology uses material evidence from molecules to monumental structures to explore the human past and understand past societies.
- Assyriology is the study of the languages, cultures, history and archaeology of ancient Mesopotamia (Sumer, Babylonia and Assyria).
- Egyptology is the study of the history, languages, society, archaeology and religion of ancient Egypt.
- Biological Anthropology investigates human evolution and diversity, biology and behaviour, and the interaction between biology and culture.
Teaching and resources
Our Archaeology degree is one of the most dynamic of its kind. Our staff are at the forefront of research, involving students through fieldwork and research projects.
Our fantastic resources include purpose built laboratories, dedicated libraries and a well-equipped IT suite. In addition, the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology and the Fitzwilliam Museum provide access to extensive collections of primary sources of world importance. We also have a dedicated professional field unit, the Cambridge Archaeological Unit.
After Cambridge
Our course offers the theoretical foundation and training in standard methods and specialised techniques required for academic and professional practice.
The intellectual versatility and transferable skills that our students develop Ð such as the ability to think critically, analyse texts, handle data and work collaboratively Ð mean theyÕre widely sought after by employers in many related and unrelated fields. Graduates have gone on to work in the commercial archaeology sector as well as museums, commerce, diplomacy, advertising, media, conservation, health and further academic study among others.
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