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BA Historical Archaeology

University of Durham
Full-time3 YearsPlacement YearYear AbroadSubject: History and Philosophy
Course Score
B /73
Graduate Salary
Β£25,500 (3yr)
Satisfaction
87%
Degree Completion
92%
Professional Jobs
55%
Meaningful Work
50%

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About Durham

The University of Durham, which operates under the trading name of Durham University, is a collegiate public research university in Durham, England, founded by an Act of Parliament in 1832 and incorporated by royal charter in 1837. It was the first recognised university to open in England for more than 600 years, after Oxford and Cambridge, and is thus identified by historians as the third-oldest university in England. As a collegiate university, its main functions are divided between the academic departments of the university and its 17 colleges. It is ranked #89 in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.

What Students Say

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The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 96% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.

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Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 79% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.

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Academic support is accessible; 81% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.

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Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 92% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.

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The community feel here is incredible. 88% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.

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The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 83% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.

Student Living Costs

North East
Est. Annual Total
Β£11,400
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly BreakdownΒ£950
RentΒ£600
GroceriesΒ£200
Bills & TransportΒ£150
Average PintΒ£4.50

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