create a bespoke degree that reflects your unique interests and ambitions through one of our three pathways: archaeology, landscape or heritage. **course description** each pathway provides a route into advanced study either for students with general interests (archaeology) or more focused interests (landscape or heritage). you'll create a bespoke course within a clear structure that allows you to engage your specific interests in period, region or approach while building on a strong foundation of understanding archaeology as a discipline. for all of these, you’ll choose between completing a research dissertation or developing employability through a work placement. you’ll develop the professional and transferable skills you need to progress to a career in this field. this course is excellent preparation for a phd. **ma students** you'll also choose your own research project and complete a dissertation, or go on a work placement and complete a report as part of your placement experience. please see our university website for the most up-to-date information.