We would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our prospective students and look forward to welcoming you to the Archaeology department. On our visit days, we will be giving you a taste of what it would be like to study here and the opportunities that will be available to you. You will get to meet staff and students and ask any questions that you have about our department and programmes.
When you study at Durham Archaeology you join one of the best programs anywhere. Our world-leading staff conduct research across the whole range of the human past, and our vibrant student community joins them. We offer BA and BSc degrees that you tailor to your interests and career goals. Our graduates work across the Archaeology and Heritage sectors, and beyond.
The Dawson Building, home of the Department of Archaeology, Durham University
The department will host two in-person post-offer visit days, on Saturday 14th March 2026 and Saturday 25th April 2026. Academic sessions will take place from 10am – 12pm and 1:30pm-3:30pm. Offer holders may be accompanied by up to two additional guests.
The days will take place in the Dawson Building, home of the Department of Archaeology.
Time
Session
Welcome and refreshments
Introductory talk
Sessions
Refreshments, tea and coffee
The 2026 Post-offer Visit Day guide will be published shortly.
Taster session at a previous Post-offer Visit Day.
Check out the recording of our recent Archaeology Insights online webinar, with Dr Cathie Draycott and Archaeology student ambassador Alex Busby! If you weren't able to attend previous Open Days, this is a great way to learn more about our exciting and busy Department.
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