Archaeologists

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What do Archaeologists do?

Archaeologists study artifacts (objects and structures) to reconstruct past economic, social, political and intellectual life.

How to become: Archaeologists

A master's or doctoral degree in the discipline is usually required.

Where to study for a career as: Archaeologists

Trent University
Peterborough, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Ancient Greek and Roman Studies Bachelor; Honours
Archaeology (B.Sc.) Bachelor; Honours
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King's College London
London, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Classical Studies (BA) Bachelor; Honours
Classical Studies & Comparative Literature (BA) Bachelor; Honours
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University of Kent
Canterbury, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Classical and Archaeological Studies Doctorate
Classical Studies (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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Lakehead University - Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Geoarchaeology Bachelor
Geoarchaeology Bachelor; Honours
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University of Alberta - Faculty of Graduate Studies & Research
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

Related Program(s):
Classical Archaeology Doctorate
Classical Archaeology Master
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Memorial University – St. John’s Campus
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, CA

Related Program(s):
Archaeology Bachelor
Archaeology Bachelor; Honours; Co-op
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Modified on May 07, 2026

How much do Archaeologists make?

Low:
$39,520
Average:
$69,992
High:
$99,840

Job openings for Archaeologists

Job Seekers:
7,800
Job Openings:
6,300