UCL Institute of Archaeology

UCL Institute of Archaeology UCL Institute of Archaeology is one of the largest and most highly regarded centres for archaeology, cultural heritage and museum studies in Britain.

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The UCL Institute of Archaeology is the largest and one of the mos

t highly regarded centres for archaeology, cultural heritage and museum studies in Britain, as evidenced by its top position in university league tables and National Student Survey results. It is one of the very few places in the world actively pursuing research on a truly global scale. Its degree programmes offer an unrivalled variety of courses on a diverse range of topics, and wide-ranging fieldwork opportunities. The Institute hosts events on many different aspects of archaeology and is linked to heritage organisations, museums and archaeological societies, providing an outstanding research environment for staff, students and visitors.

"I definitely wouldn’t be who I am today or in the career I’m in without having gone to UCL. I loved having tutorials in...
29/05/2026

"I definitely wouldn’t be who I am today or in the career I’m in without having gone to UCL. I loved having tutorials in the British Museum. UCL taught me to be curious, which in my opinion is one of the most important parts of being an actor."

Read Beth's full story: https://tinyurl.com/c2t526du

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Interested in archaeological fieldwork and student training?We're seeking a Fieldwork Technician to support archaeologic...
22/05/2026

Interested in archaeological fieldwork and student training?

We're seeking a Fieldwork Technician to support archaeological field training and excavation projects across the UK.

This is a hands-on role supporting undergraduate field schools, excavation logistics, post-excavation activities, and student welfare during the field season. The successful candidate will work closely with students, academic staff, and colleagues from Archaeology South-East to help deliver practical archaeological training in the field.

It’s an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to student experience and archaeological education at one of the world’s leading archaeology institutes.

📅 Applications close: 7 June 2026

Find out more: bit.ly/ucl-ft

Share with anyone working in archaeology, heritage, or field education.

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An inspiring evening for this year's Gordon Childe lecture on Wednesday. A huge thank you to Professor Laurent Olivier, ...
22/05/2026

An inspiring evening for this year's Gordon Childe lecture on Wednesday.

A huge thank you to Professor Laurent Olivier, Honorary Chief Curator, Musée d'Archéologie nationale et Domaine national de Saint-Germain-en-Laye [National Archaeological Museum, France], for sharing such a thought-provoking lecture.

We were delighted to welcome so many guests for an evening of discussion, reflection, and conversation.

⏳1 week to go: The study of medieval North Africa is experiencing a renaissanceJoin us at the UCL Institute of Archaeolo...
21/05/2026

⏳1 week to go: The study of medieval North Africa is experiencing a renaissance

Join us at the UCL Institute of Archaeology on 28–29 May 2026 for 'Zīrid Ifrīqiya and the Islamic world in the 10th–12th centuries', a two-day conference exploring the political, economic and cultural significance of Zīrid North Africa in the medieval Islamic world.

Bringing together scholars working across the field, the conference will reconsider long-standing narratives surrounding the Zīrids and highlight the region’s central role in Mediterranean and Saharan networks during the 10th–12th centuries.

Co-hosted with Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne

🔗 Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/4at2nryj

⏰ Tomorrow!What does it mean to think of the past as something active, recurring, and unfinished?Join us for 'The Shapes...
19/05/2026

⏰ Tomorrow!

What does it mean to think of the past as something active, recurring, and unfinished?

Join us for 'The Shapes of Time: Deposition, Repetition, Transformission', this year's Gordon Childe Lecture, presented by Professor Laurent Olivier, Honorary Chief Curator, Musée d'Archéologie nationale et Domaine national de Saint-Germain-en-Laye [National Archaeological Museum, France].

📅 Wednesday 20 May 2026
🕛 6pm
📍 UCL Institute of Archaeology

Booking essential: https://tinyurl.com/GSCjke

A new honorary appointment is strengthening long-standing archaeological collaboration between London and Beijing.Profes...
13/05/2026

A new honorary appointment is strengthening long-standing archaeological collaboration between London and Beijing.

Professor Stephen Shennan has been appointed Honorary Research Professor at Peking University’s Center for the Study of Chinese Archaeology for 2026–2028.

The appointment builds on the enduring partnership between the UCL Institute of Archaeology and Peking University through the International Centre for Chinese Heritage and Archaeology. Following his prestigious Su Bai lectures in 2025, Professor Shennan was invited to continue contributing to research, conferences, and student engagement at PKU.

Professor Shennan said:
“The colleagues and students at PKU and the work they do are outstanding, so it’s an honour to be held in high regard and to continue interacting with them.”

The appointment reflects the importance of international collaboration in advancing archaeological research, teaching, and cultural understanding.

Read more: bit.ly/ucl-shen

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The study of medieval North Africa is experiencing a renaissance. Join us at the UCL Institute of Archaeology on 28–29 M...
11/05/2026

The study of medieval North Africa is experiencing a renaissance.

Join us at the UCL Institute of Archaeology on 28–29 May 2026 for 'Zīrid Ifrīqiya and the Islamic world in the 10th–12th centuries', a two-day conference exploring the political, economic and cultural significance of Zīrid North Africa in the medieval Islamic world.

Bringing together scholars working across the field, the conference will reconsider long-standing narratives surrounding the Zīrids and highlight the region’s central role in Mediterranean and Saharan networks during the 10th–12th centuries.

Co-hosted with Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne

🔗 Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/4at2nryj

📣 We are hiring 📣 Technician in Archaeomaterials | Part time We are seeking a technician with a PhD in archaeological sc...
11/05/2026

📣 We are hiring 📣

Technician in Archaeomaterials | Part time

We are seeking a technician with a PhD in archaeological science, demonstrable experience of using ICP-MS, SEM, XRF and thin-section petrography to analyse various types of archaeological materials (ceramics, glass, metals) and knowledge of Roman and medieval technologies to join the project team at the UCL Institute of Archaeology.

Find out more about the role: https://tinyurl.com/4at2nryj

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08/05/2026

Meet Prof Gabriel Moshenska - site director at the Rockingham Dig in South-East London.

Gabe is a former student from the IoA and now holds the chair of Professor of Public Archaeology. Watch and listen to him discuss the public shelter system in WWII London.

Meet Gabe on Friday 15th May at the Rockingham Dig open day!

Join us at our in-person Graduate Offer Holder Event taking place on 13 May from 17:30–19:30 at our Bloomsbury campus. D...
07/05/2026

Join us at our in-person Graduate Offer Holder Event taking place on 13 May from 17:30–19:30 at our Bloomsbury campus. Don’t miss your opportunity to meet fellow offer holders, academic members of staff and current students.

🎫 https://bit.ly/PGOHMay

The UCL Institute of Archaeology is supporting The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship applications!The Fellowship ...
07/05/2026

The UCL Institute of Archaeology is supporting The British Academy Postdoctoral Fellowship applications!

The Fellowship is for outstanding early career researchers in the humanities and social sciences. The scheme provides funding to cover the costs of a 36-month fellowship at a UK host institution, and enables the award holder to pursue an independent research project, towards the completion of a significant piece of publishable research.

Find out more about the programme and eligibility criteria: https://tinyurl.com/mr26pcnn

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