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    MSc Bioarchaeology

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    Poole, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £18,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University is a 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Poole, GB. Tuition is £18,900.

    About the program

    Covers investigation of human and animal skeletal remains to understand past lives in social, cultural, economic, palaeoenvironmental, and evolutionary contexts. Includes units on human osteology, zooarchaeology, and optional topics like palaeoanthropology or applications of zooarchaeological science, with a research project.

    Focus: both
    201-260 (QS Subject Rankings for Archaeology)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    September 2026
    Jun 16, 2026
    January 2027
    Oct 31, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Equivalents to IELTS are accepted, but a specific TOEFL score is not listed.
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University is £18,900.
    Is MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University online or in-person?
    MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University is offered in-person.
    How long does MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University take to complete?
    MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University?
    Per the program's published guidance: A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:1
    What work-permit options follow MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University?
    Post-completion work rights for MSc Bioarchaeology at Bournemouth University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)