McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research

The Department of Archaeology offers a range of undergraduate degrees, including the Archaeology Tripos, which is a three-year degree that provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of archaeology. We also offer a number of other undergraduate degrees, such as the Human Social and Political Sciences Tripos, the Medical and Veterinary Sciences Triposes, the Natural Sciences Tripos, and the Psychological and Behavioural Sciences Tripos. Our undergraduate degrees are designed to provide students with a strong foundation in archaeological theory and practice, as well as the skills and knowledge they need to pursue a career in archaeology or a related field.

The Department of Archaeology offers a range of postgraduate degrees, including the MPhil in Archaeological Research, the MPhil in Archaeological Science, the MPhil in Egyptology, the MPhil in Biological Anthropological Science, and the MPhil in Human Evolutionary Studies. We also offer a number of other postgraduate degrees, such as the MPhil in Archaeology, the MPhil in Assyriology, and the MPhil in Heritage Studies. Our postgraduate degrees are designed to provide students with advanced training in archaeological research and practice, as well as the skills and knowledge they need to pursue a career in academia, research, or a related field.

The Department of Archaeology offers a number of PhD research opportunities in a wide range of archaeological specialisms. Our PhD students are supervised by world-leading archaeologists and researchers, and they have access to a wide range of research facilities and resources. We are committed to providing our PhD students with a supportive and stimulating research environment, and we encourage them to develop their own research interests and to make original contributions to the field of archaeology.

The Department of Archaeology offers a wide range of subjects, including Archaeology, Archaeological Science, Assyriology and Mesopotamian Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Egyptology, and Heritage Studies. Our subjects are taught by world-leading archaeologists and researchers, and they are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the human past.

The Department of Archaeology has a number of institutes and facilities that support our research and teaching. These include the McDonald Institute for Archaeological Research, the Duckworth Laboratory, the Cambridge Archaeological Unit, the Archaeological Science Laboratories, the Glyn Daniel Laboratory, the Dorothy Garrod Laboratory for Isotopic Analysis, the Henry Wellcome Laboratory for Biomolecular Archaeology, the Charles McBurney Laboratory for Geoarchaeology, the Grahame Clark Laboratory for Zooarchaeology, the Material Culture Research Hub, the Palaeoanthropology Laboratory, and the Pitt-Rivers Laboratory for Archaeological Science. Our institutes and facilities provide our staff and students with access to a wide range of research resources and equipment.

The Department of Archaeology is home to a diverse and talented team of archaeologists, researchers, and teachers. We are committed to providing our staff and students with a supportive and stimulating working environment. We also have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from staff and students from all backgrounds.

The Department of Archaeology is engaged in a wide range of research projects, from the study of ancient Mesopotamia to the analysis of human evolution. Our research is driven by a commitment to excellence and to making a real difference in the world. We are committed to disseminating our research findings to a wider audience through publications, exhibitions, and public lectures.

The Department of Archaeology is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. We offer a range of job opportunities, including postdoctoral research positions, laboratory technician positions, and administrative positions. We are committed to providing our staff with a supportive and stimulating working environment, and we encourage them to develop their own research interests and to make original contributions to the field of archaeology.

The Department of Archaeology hosts a number of events throughout the year, including lectures, conferences, workshops, and exhibitions. Our events are open to the public, and they provide an opportunity to learn more about archaeology and to engage with our research.

The Department of Archaeology has an intranet that provides information and resources for staff and students. The intranet includes information about departmental policies and procedures, as well as access to a range of online resources, such as departmental databases and research publications.