Culture, Heritage and Archaeology

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years SociologyHistory of artArchaeology

A-Level Entry

BC

Avg. Graduate Salary

£21,000

About this course

This joint degree gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in both the cultural and physical identities of the Scottish Highlands and Islands. As well as exploring the fascinating and varied cultural heritage of the region, you will also acquire the practical skills required for archaeological fieldwork, surveying and post excavation.

Archaeology is closely linked to the distinctive cultural heritage of the Highlands and Islands, as well as wider Scotland, and you will develop a wealth of skills in both disciplines through your studies and fieldwork. Your research skills will be refined throughout the course enhancing your career prospects as well as equipping you for progress to postgraduate study.

Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.

Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI Orkney study location.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC
Scottish Higher BBC

Study Options

This course is available in 6 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Inverness

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Kirkwall

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Lerwick

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Elgin

Avg. Salary: £21,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3412 Authors, writers and translators
1133 Public relations and communications directors
2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
4112 Local government administrative occupations
4135 Library clerks and assistants

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Inverness
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sociology, History of art, Archaeology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£21,000