Paeleoanthropology MSc
Master
In Sheffield
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Type
Master
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Location
Sheffield
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Duration
1 Year
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Palaeoanthropology traces the evolution of humanity. It reflects our desire to understand where we come from, which is part of what it means to be human. This is a subject that attracts intense interest from the public and from academics of all disciplines. It’s increasingly recognised as providing important insights into human behaviour and cognition.
Our MSc draws on the latest thinking, combining biological anthropology, human and comparative anatomy, primatology and hominid palaeontology to give you an advanced understanding of the subject and its possibilities.
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About this course
Closely integrated modules develop your understanding of the palaeoanthropological record. You will also get training in the analytical techniques required to describe and interpret skeletal and fossil evidence – this includes an introduction to 2D and 3D imaging.
Usually a minimum 2:1 honours degree in an arts, humanities or science subject. But your interest in and understanding of archaeology is more important than what you studied at undergraduate level.
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Subjects
- Anatomy
- Archaeology
- Anthropology
- Human Evolution
- Anthropology and archaeology
- Research Design
- Human Anatomy
- Human Osteology
- Evolutionary anatomy
- Palaeoanthropological
Course programme
Core modules
- Human Evolution: Theory & Practice in Research
- Quantitative methods in anthropology and archaeology
- Research design: planning, execution and presentation or Archaeozoology
- Human anatomy
- Human osteology
- Evolutionary anatomy
Select modules to the value of 30 credits from across the Faculties of Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences or Science.
TeachingYou can expect a balanced timetable of lectures, seminars and practicals. You’ll have access to specialist labs and world-class reference collections. Many of our masters courses include a fieldwork or project-based component.
We integrate humanities and science-based approaches to nurture a deeper understanding. You’ll have the opportunity to explore different viewpoints and make up your own mind about their strengths and weaknesses.
We’ll help you to develop your critical thinking as well as your practical skills. What we ask of you, as a member of our lively academic community, is that you challenge, question, and explore.
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Paeleoanthropology MSc