Archaeological and Forensic Sciences

Archaeological and Forensic Sciences at University of Bradford has a long-established reputation as one of the key centres for archaeological research in the UK. Bringing together staff from both Humanities and Science backgrounds within a single centre, we have created a powerful and distinctive research identity which blends cultural archaeology with cutting edge science.

Career prospects

Many of our graduates find employment as post-doctoral research and development scientists, analytical scientists in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical industries, research managers, academics, clinical researchers in the NHS and other managed care organisations, in the UK, the EU and overseas.

Programme Structure

Research within the School of Archaeological and Forensic Sciences is organised around three themes:

• Social and biological identities
• Archaeological and heritage sciences
• Landscape and settlement archaeology
• Individual topics vary considerably within these broad themes.

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

• GPA: Upper Second Class

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 80
• PTE Academic: 62
• IELTS: 6

General requirements

• Faculty research is very important and recruitment of high-quality postgraduate research students is a key part of the Faculty of Life Sciences strategic plan.
• Applicants should have a Master's degree in a relevant subject; alternatively, we will consider students who have a relevant Bachelor's degree with at least upper second class honours (2:1) or equivalent. Exceptional candidates without such qualifications, but with extensive research experience, may also be considered.
• Selection of PGR students will be subject to successful interview (either in person or by Skype or conference call) by the supervisory team and one independent member of academic staff with significant PGR supervisory experience.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International

55,097 AUD / year (approximately 28,950 GBP / year)

Domestic

8,564 AUD / year (approximately 4,500 GBP / year)

Living costs

Bradford, United Kingdom: 1,357-2,575 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Scholarships

PhD scholarship opportunities are available for Archaeological and Forensic Sciences.