Archaeology and Ancient History: Master's Thesis - Historical Archaeology

Education facts

Code: ARKM35

<p>The degree project is the final course in your master's programme and gives you the opportunity to independently carry out a research project in historical archaeology. The course is a chance to deepen your knowledge and demonstrate your mastery of the subject's methods and theories.</p><p>In this course, you will formulate and work on a research question in historical archaeology. You will choose a topic together with a supervisor and use relevant methods and theories to answer your question. To pass, you need to demonstrate that you have a good overview of the subject, in-depth knowledge in your chosen area and an understanding of current research. </p><p>You will practise collecting and analysing material, using both qualitative and quantitative methods, and thinking critically about complex issues. You show your ability to make assessments based on scientific, social and ethical perspectives, and demonstrate that you can take responsibility for your own knowledge development. </p><p><br/></p>

Entry requirements

Admission to the course requires ARKH04 (Historical Archaeology: Bachelor's course, 30 credits), 30 credits in Archaeology and Ancient History at advanced level, and English 6, or equivalent knowledge.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Archaeology and Ancient History: Master's Thesis - Historical Archaeology

  Lund University

  Lund

  Start date: 19 January 2026

  End date: 7 June 2026

  Pace of study: 100 %