You are here: University of Sydney / Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / Department of Archaeology / Postgraduate Research / Research

Postgraduate study in Archaeology: Research Degrees

If you have already completed some studies in Archaeology in your undergraduate degree, you can apply to start postgraduate research in the Department of Archaeology.

The general requirement for entry into the MPhil or PhD program is a good Honours result in Archaeology, either a First Class or Second Class (First Division) grade. If you have not completed the Honours year but have an undergraduate major in Archaeology, you are eligible to apply for entry into the MA (Research) program.

If you have already completed a degree without studying Archaeology, you can enrol in an Undergraduate Diploma to complete the equivalent to a major in Archaeology. You may then continue on to Honours, providing a pathway to the Research postgraduate program.

Doctor of Philosophy

Candidates are required to have one of the following degrees in Archaeology:

  • a Master of Philosophy;
  • a Bachelor of Arts degree with First Class Honours;
  • or an equivalent qualification at another University.

Intending candidates for the Doctor of Philosophy degree must complete a research thesis of between 70,000 and 100,000 words, on a topic approved by the Department, which embodies original research.

Potential candidates should discuss their proposed thesis topic with a member of the teaching staff in the stream of Archaeology they wish to study. Candidates may then be required to submit a research proposal and outline of about 1,000 words.

Prospective or intending applicants should click here for information on admission requirements.

Master of Philosophy

Intending candidates are required to have one of the following degrees in Archaeology:

  • a Bachelor of Arts degree with First Class Honours, or Second Class (Division I) Honours;
  • or an equivalent qualification at another University.

Candidates will complete a research thesis of between 40,00 and 60,000 words. Potential candidates are advised to discuss their proposed thesis topic with a member of the teaching staff in the stream of Archaeology they wish to study.

Prospective or intending applicants should click here for information on admission requirements.