explore the material remains of past societies – from the first hominins millions of years ago to the modern day – with university of reading's accredited ba archaeology degree. 

archaeology is more than studying the past: it’s a discipline that actively prepares students for the job market. students will develop an impressive range of practical and academic skills, whether they want to move into the archaeology or heritage sectors or enter a wide range of other industries and careers.

more than 40 major infrastructure projects are planned across the uk over the next 17 years, and archaeologists are required for exploratory excavations and analysis before construction begins. a 2016 report from historic england found that england's 3,000-person commercial archaeology workforce will need to grow by 25% over the next six years to meet demand.

students could undertake a research placement in the department of archaeology or in a university museum, build a portfolio of experience with a summer placement in an external organization. students could also gain field-work experience through external organizations and placement providers, such as grampus heritage and training ltd – where students have previously worked in locations such as germany and cyprus – and archaeological research services ltd.