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

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Archaeology Bachelor; Honours
Classics Bachelor; Honours
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University of the Highlands and Islands
Multi-campus, Scotland, GB

Related Program(s):
Archaeological Science BSc (Hons) Bachelor; Honours
Archaeology BA (Hons) Bachelor; Honours
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University of Waterloo - Graduate Studies
Waterloo, Ontario, CA

Related Program(s):
Classical Studies - Master of Arts (MA) Master
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University of Bristol
Bristol, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Classical Studies (BA) Bachelor
Classics (BA) Bachelor
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Bangor University
Bangor, Wales, GB

Related Program(s):
Heritage, Archaeology, and History (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
History and Archaeology (BA) Bachelor; Co-op; Honours
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University of Birmingham - Postgraduate Study
Birmingham, England, GB

Related Program(s):
Classics, Ancient History and Archaelogy Master; Distance
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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