Archaeology MA
at UCL University, London

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Archaeology MA
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UCL University
Overview

The University College London is a popular destination among international PG students interested in starting Archaeology MA from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 12 months. The Archaeology MA program is considered part of the top ranked courses in UK. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria & secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for Archaeology MA at University College London is around Pound 35,400 (INR 4,577,220). Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at University College London is around Pound 11,379 (INR 1,471,305).

Duration	12 months Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹44.53 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Archaeology MA

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Archaeology MA
at
UCL University
Fees

University College London Archaeology MA fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. Apart from the tuition fee, the students also have to spend money on stay, food and other utilities, which comprises cost of living, which is Pound 11,379 (INR 1,471,305). The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the University College London. The total first-year tuition fees of Archaeology MA are Pound 35,400 (INR 4,577,220).

To know more about University College London Archaeology MA fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 44,52,710
Application Fee	INR 11,320

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 14,31,282
Insurance	INR 97,607

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 125.78276 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 4ᵗʰ May 2026

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Archaeology MA
at
UCL University
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for Archaeology MA at UCL University can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in M.A. at UCL University

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Archaeology MA
at
UCL University
Entry Requirements

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A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.

The award of any of the following from a recognised institution:

A Bachelor's degree with a minimum overall CGPA of 7.75/10, 6.25/8.0, 5.75/7.0, 4.25/6.0, 3.3/4.0, or 60% where a GPA scale is not used. The overall mark required is dependent on the subject and the ranking of the institution at which the degree has been taken.

Alternative qualifications

Master's; Medical / Dental degree; MPhil/PhD

India Specific:

Requirements for BA, BCom and LLB degrees

For programmes requiring a UK 2.1: Minimum 7.75/10, 6.25/8, 5.75/7, 4.25/6 & 3.3/4 or 60%

Requirements for degrees in other subjects

For programmes requiring a UK 2.1: Minimum 8.0/10, 6.5/8, 6.0/7, 4.5/6 & 3.3/4 or 65%

Requirements for degrees in any OTHER subject from other ANY OTHER institution

For programmes requiring a UK 2.1: Minimum 8.5/10, 7.0/8, 6.5/7, 5.0/6 & 3.6/4 or 70%

For further information please refer to section on graduate programmes on the prospective students India page.
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TOEFL

Marks - 4.5/120

PTE

Marks - 76/90
Overall score of 76 with a minimum of 75 in each Communicative Skill

IELTS

Marks - 7/9
Overall score of 7.0 and a minimum of 6.5 in each component

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Archaeology MA
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UCL University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#8	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#20	Politics QS, 2026
#25	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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University College London
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

65% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

Internships3.7

Part time work3.7

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.8

Student Life4.6

Value for money4.1

Public transportation4.7

Safety4

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.3

Anonymous

Computer Science MSc - Batch of 2026

4.4

MSc Computer Science at UCL

Tips: Huge cultural shift. Students/ professors/ staff are very professional, and the same is expected of you. The way of teaching is very different, one must study and be prepared for the lecture, as they are interactive. I did receive a scholarship based on merit. Very happy with my experience, will recommend 10/10.

Likes (Internships): There is a wide variety of opportunities available when it comes to internships and good mentors, depending on how much work we put into them. There are a lot of organizations that offer internships in different sectors, but getting one may involve a lot of networking and hard work. We will give you an edge by using your career advisor.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): There are however, various means by which one may go about becoming a permanent resident in the UK. It is a very hard thing to be sponsored by an employer and stay permanently in the UK. Most employers do not have any problems at all employing graduates using the PSW visa method, and thus this is a good opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills and experience.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 70000

Reviewed on 20 Sep 2026Read more

Aryan Singh Virdi Verified Icon

Engineering (Mechanical with Business Finance) MEng - Batch of 2028

4.5

A challenging but rewarding experience in the heart of London

Tips: I had a smooth transition to UCL. Although studying in London is very different from school because of the independence between time and academics now. One of the biggest positives is how international and diverse the university is, so you meet people from a huge number of backgrounds. Overall, I am very satisfied. The workload of my course is very intense, but it provides a very strong technical foundation for your career.

Likes (Student Life): Student life at UCL is one of the best parts of studying here because there is always something happening alongside academics. My normal day involves lectures, studying around campus, and spending time with friends, as well as getting involved in societies and other activities, with regular social events. As Punjab Society president, I will say this was definitely very enjoyable for anyone coming from India.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are part-time job opportunities on and off campus, but those on campus can be highly competitive. At UCL, students can have part-time opportunities as ambassadors, administration, and events staff. In addition to that, as the university is located in Central London, there can be part-time job opportunities in the retail and hospitality industry. The secret is to keep the hours down.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 400

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 18 Sep 2026Read more

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Robotics and Artificial Intelligence Meng - Batch of 2029

4.5

Best in the UK for both best education and that University Life

Tips: I love the multicultural and open-minded thoughts that the whole campus shares regarding everything, and all academics will help you in the best possible ways for your ideas. Very satisfied with the course and university and would recommend this as a path to anyone who wants to experience abroad education.

Likes (Part time work): A lot of opportunities within the university, which are posted on university's website accessible to all students, as well as numerous opportunities in the local market Unless you are interested in regular long-term hardware competitions for which you have to spend countless nights soldering and debugging code. Part-time work is manageable. The avg payout is about £10.50 per hour for both uni and local market jobs.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Not likely in the current political scenario where permanent residency is being lengthened with a 10-year baseline wait. Also, employers here now tend to hire only if you are a citizen or PR holder. Though, if successful in getting a job post-graduation, then PR is obtained in 5 years.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 3000

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 55000

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026Read more

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Education and Technology MA - Batch of 2025

4.4

An experience of a lifetime if you're willing to take charge

Tips: If you don't have a scholarship, I would recommend working part-time. It's pretty doable and also a good break from studies. - London is great in terms of public transport. Try to have a basic understanding before going (Oyster card, bus, underground, train, etc.). Otherwise, it may get a bit overwhelming. I would recommend the TFL app.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Faculty gets a high rating because UCL professors are top-tier researchers who are surprisingly accessible during office hours. The level of teaching and depth you get in lectures is incredible. Just keep in mind that UCL relies heavily on self-directed study. Professors expect you to take ownership—they give you the framework and primary literature in class, but going beyond the reading list and digging deeper is entirely up to you.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent immigration gets a low rating because staying in the UK long-term after UCL is a complete minefield. Sure, you get the 2-year Graduate Route visa to work post-graduation, but transitioning from that to a Skilled Worker visa is ridiculously tough. UK salary thresholds keep rising, and a lot of companies flat-out refuse to sponsor international candidates because of the administrative costs. I'd love to settle here if the right sponsored role came along, but as an international student, the immigration policy makes it a constant uphill struggle.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026Read more

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Neuroscience MSc - Batch of 2026

3.6

Navigating Academics, Funding, and Life as an International Student at UCL

Tips: Students should know more about the coursework, as well as the academic hierarchy It's explicitly written on the website; having good knowledge will actually help you in setting faster (with respect to courses and academics). Personally, there was no cultural shock, as London was pretty much different nationalities, including Indians in huge numbers. I got a departmental scholarship, which is academically promising. Other bursaries are more like financially based; your parents' financial status comes into play. I felt this was one of the best choices I have made because of its research quality, multidimensional approach, and quality.

Likes (Student Life): Student life is really good in this university, since I am on the clinical side; we are mostly within the hospital grounds, despite that, student volunteers organize variety of programmes every week, specific meetups and leisure parties A lot of events are organized throughout the academic year; that even includes taking students on field trips, and I am specifically part of the football club, Indian dance society, and reading club.

Dislikes (Part time work): Part-time jobs are quite hard to find, especially given the city situation. As it's London, there's massive crowd pull, and likewise opportunities are very competitive Ideally, part-time jobs are manageable when you have your coursework; once after your thesis it becomes little tricky The average payout here in London is 14 pounds per hour.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes18 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026Read more

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