**Our research can be grouped into the following themes** - Archaeology of the Americas - Bioarchaeology - Experimental archaeology - Landscape archaeology - Material culture and social agency - Wetlands, coastal and maritime landscapes This Research in the Archaeology Department covers human origins through to the recent past, and is characterised by theoretically informed field-based approaches and a strong commitment to methodological innovation. Our staff and research students work in Britain, mainland Europe, Asia, Africa, and North and South America, and in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework the Department was ranked 4th in the UK for world-leading and internationally excellent research. To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.