Those taking this degree are required to write a substantial and original thesis of up to 100,000 words for PhD, or 60,000 words for MPhil on a topic relating to Heritage. You will receive research and transferable skills training from the University’s Graduate Training Programme. You may also attend MA modules offered by the School and the College of Arts, Humanities and Business Graduate School. You will receive guidance from two supervisors.

Areas of research include;

• Celtic heritage
• Heritage and identity
• Role of museums



Careers

This is a research programme. You can pursue an academic career in Heritage. The high level analytical and research skills acquired during this degree are valued by employers in areas such as communications, media, museums and heritage industries, teaching, publishing as well as roles in research and development.

EXPLORE MORE IN ARCHAEOLOGY AND HERITAGE

Archaeology at Bangor takes advantage of our fantastic location in an area which has a wide range of archaeological monuments and the remains of the industrial revolution. Here you will find a lively and expanding postgraduate research community and will be part of a close-knit and supportive learning environment.