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UCD School of Archaeology is Ireland’s leading centre for archaeological education and research. The 2024 World University Subject Rankings place us within the top 100 Schools of Archaeology worldwide and first nationally. We explore not only the archaeology and environments of Ireland and Britain, but also of continental Europe, the Mediterranean, North America, and East and Southeast Asia.  

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Undergraduate Archaeology\n

Undergraduate Archaeology

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 MSc in Archaeology

MSc in Archaeology

Master the ideas, methods and skills needed to study the human past

 MSc in Hunter-Gatherer Archaeology \n

MSc in Hunter-Gatherer Archaeology

Investigate the fascinating & remarkable world of hunter-gatherers, develop vital perspectives on human identity

 Archaeological Volunteer and Excavation Experience\n

Archaeological Volunteer and Excavation Experience



MSc in Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture

MSc in Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture

A unique and exciting taught masters programme

 MSc in World Heritage Management & Conservation

MSc in World Heritage Management & Conservation

The only World Heritage Management course in Ireland and one of the first of its kind in the world

 Study Abroad Programme

Study Abroad Programme

Irish and/or European Archaeology with Archaeological Fieldwork at Glendalough

 Athena Swan Bronze Renewal

Athena Swan Bronze Renewal

 Renewal of the Bronze Award for the UCD School of Archaeology  2023 - 

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Applications now open for Post graduate Research Degree Programmes. Study
Applications now open for Post graduate Research Degree Programmes.
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A new guidance document “Researching and Protecting the Archaeological Heritage of the Easter Rising, War of Independence and Civil War” was recently launched with the support of the National Monuments Service, funded by the Irish Research Council (Coalesce strand 1L INSTAR+) and University College Dublin’s Decade of Centenaries award scheme. Written by Joanna Brück (UCD) and Damian Shiels (Northumbria University), and designed by Abarta Heritage, the guidance is for anyone interested in researching Ireland’s revolutionary archaeology and securing its future, including community and heritage groups, and professionals in the planning and heritage sectors.
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A taste of Rome – Discovery of a 2000-year-old fig reveals Ireland’s ancient international food trade
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Meet the School of Archaeology at UCD Social Sciences Open Evening. Tuesday 19 November, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Talk to lecturers, staff and students about our degrees. Event for applicants, teachers, parents, guardians, and friends. Register now:
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Applications now open for post graduate taught programmes Study
Applications now open for post graduate taught programmes

Contact UCD School of Archaeology

Newman Building, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T: +353 1 716 8312 | E: archaeology@ucd.ie