该学位激发您探索人类的过去以及考古学家调查和解释遗物的方式，并着重于考古学家利用科学研究过去的方式。该学位与文学学士学位考古学并驾齐驱，更着重于考古学的科学方法，包括基于学位论文项目的实验室研究。您将获得人类历史的亲身实践经验，并有很多机会直接与人工制品合作并取得成果参与野外工作：至少要进行四周的挖掘野外工作，在大学领导的大北博物馆进行人工制品处理，在我们这个历史悠久的地区进行各种野外旅行。您可以选择研究最感兴趣的历史时期，从史前直到今天。
Employ specialist methods to uncover the secrets of the human past by combining science with the humanities on our Archaeology BSc Honours degree.<br>Our Archaeology BSc Honours degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeology (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK).<br>This course emphasises the use of archaeological sciences in both field and laboratory work. You'll become adept at using scientific techniques and develop a range of skills. You'll be ready for a career in the heritage sector, and beyond.<br>You'll explore the North East, a region steeped in history. You'll also have opportunities to go abroad on field trips.<br>Youll begin your degree with an introduction to the discipline of archaeology. You will explore how archaeology has changed our understanding of the past, before learning more specialist analytical techniques and focusing on specific cultures or global regions.<br>As you progress through your degree, youll choose from a diverse range of modules and tailor your options to fit your interests.<br><br>As an archaeology student at Newcastle University, you'll develop a wide range of transferable skills, due to the interdisciplinary and investigative nature of the subject, which are highly sought by employers.<br><br>Some students begin careers as professional archaeologists, while others enter the heritage sector. There are lots of opportunities to engage with employers prior to graduation.<br><br>Other archaeology graduates use their team-working, project management and analytical skills to work in other fields, for example as company archivists, information technologists, specialist librarians and researchers. These skills are especially valued in industries such as publishing, broadcasting and public relations. Some students become teachers, lawyers, or start their own businesses.