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Environmental Archaeology, Magister Thesis

  • Number of credits 15 credits
  • Level Master’s level
  • Starting Spring Term 2026

About the course

The course includes independent written project work where the student acquires in-depth knowledge with a focus on environmental archaeology. The student is able to implement and evaluate applications of theory and method within the discipline. The course can be included in a magister's degree or a master's degree. The course is part of the Master's Program in Environmental Archeology, but can also be read as a stand-alone course.  

The student must write a scientific essay on an environmental archeological problem and defend it at a seminar. Furthermore, s/he must actively participate in seminars where extended essays are evaluated and be an opponent at an essay seminar.  

The course is given in English. 

Application and eligibility

Environmental Archaeology, Magister Thesis, 15 credits

Det finns inga tidigare terminer för kursen Spring Term 2026 Det finns inga senare terminer för kursen

Starts

24 March 2026

Ends

7 June 2026

Study location

Umeå

Language

English

Type of studies

Daytime, 100%

Required Knowledge

Univ: 30 credits courses at advanced level in environmental archaeology, or equivalent.  

Entry requirements

Selection

Academic credits

Application code

UMU-F1305

Application

The online application opens 02 June 2025 at 13:00 CET. Application deadline is 15 August 2025. How to apply

Application and tuition fees

As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.

Application fee

SEK 900

Tuition fee, first instalment

SEK 24,150

Total fee

SEK 24,150

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