Bachelor’s Programme
Archaeological Studies

Archaeology is the study of the physical evidence of humans and society over time. An objective reconstruction of past realities is based on the investigation and analysis of archaeological records in the form of soil records and artifacts. The students at the Department of Archaeology learn about and research all periods of international human history, unique across Austrian Universities.

Detailed Information

Apply Online

Please note: the language of instruction for this programme is German.

Info

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Duration/ECTS-Credits
6 semesters/180 ECTS-Credits

Mode of Study
Full-time

Language
German

Requirements
Secondary school completion certificate or equivalent, language certificates

Supplemental Examination
Latin

Curriculum
Information on the curriculum

The right degree for me?

Highlights

acquire basic knowledge about physical archaeological records
undertake practical field research (prospecting , excavation, documentation)
participate in field trips
learn about restoration, conservation and museology
learn about public relations work and education of the public related to archaeology

Similar studies

Bachelor's Programmes

Secondary School Teacher Training

Post graduation

Master's Programmes

Continuing Education Programmes

Career Service (in German)

My career

My career opportunities

academic and research work (universities, academies and research projects)
work in museology, collection and exhibition sectors
work in cultural heritage preservation and national heritage protection
employment in private archaeological service industry (e.g. excavation companies)
work in tourism, cultural travel and cultural education
work in the art trade (galleries, auction houses)
work in the archive and documentation sector
work in public service institutions (culture, education, diplomacy)
employment in culture management and public relations
work in journalism and media (print and audio-visual media)
work in publishing and bookselling
work in policy making, political consulting, law and business, insurance

Graduates tracking: provides information on the occupational fields students enter after graduation