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MPhil Archaeology
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Last updated: October 2026
About this course
MPhil Archaeology is a masters programme at Newcastle University in Newcastle, United Kingdom (12 Months, Sep, Jan intakes).
Course Details
| Qualification | MPhil Archaeology |
| Study Level | Masters |
| Programme Duration | 12 Months |
| Starting Intakes | Sep,Jan 2027 |
| Tuition Fees (International) | GBP 24,400 per year * |
| Initial Deposit | GBP 1500.00 * |
| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Cost breakdown
| Item | GBP | approx. INR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition, 12 Months | £24,400 | ₹30.7 lakh |
| Less scholarship (up to) | −£8,000 | −₹10.1 lakh |
| Living cost, 12 months at £1,171 | £14,052 | ₹17.7 lakh |
| Estimated total | £30,452 | ₹38.4 lakh |
INR approximate. Living cost uses the UK visa figure for the city.
Eligibility & Entry Requirements
| Academic | A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and a Master's degree at Merit level, or international equivalent, in a related subject. We will give specific consideration to any independent research you do as part of your studies and/or appropriate professional experience. You must submit two letters of recommendation (obligatory) and a writing sample, such as a chapter from an MA dissertation or a published paper (optional). |
| English Language | IELTS 6.5 overall (no band below 5.5). PTE 70+. TOEFL iBT 90+. Duolingo 125+ |
| English Waiver | Medium of Instruction and 12th English marks 75% |
| Backlogs Accepted | 0 - 10 |
| Application Deadline | ASAP |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Admissions Process
| Application Route | Direct to University |
| Application Portal | Newcastle University Online Portal |
| Processing Time | Typically ~14 days after submission |
| Conditional Offer | Issued after initial application review (~14 days) |
| Unconditional Offer | Issued after all documents verified (~7 days) |
| CAS / Confirmation Letter | Pay Deposit & Receive CAS Letter (~5 days) |
| Visa Type | Student Visa (Tier 4) — apply ~21 days before travel GOV.UK |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Scholarships Available for This Course
| Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship | GBP 8000 — International fee-status master's applicants with an offer for the Newcastle city centre campus. |
Updated October 2026Source: ncl.ac.uk
Cost & ROI Calculator
Course
MPhil Archaeology
Subject (for salary lookup)
Humanities
Tuition fee / year
GBP 24,400
Avg Starting Salary
GBP 28,250
UK national average, HESA 2023/24
Estimated Total Cost
GBP 30,452
Tuition − scholarship + living cost
Payback Period
1.1 years
Total cost ÷ starting salary
Frequently Asked Questions
What scholarships are available at Newcastle University?
Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: GBP 8,000 credited to the tuition fee account of international master's applicants (2026/27 scholarship regulations; September 2026 start at the Newcastle city centre campus). Eligible applicants are considered automatically. The Vice-Chancellor's Excellence Scholarship (up to 50% of fees) is a separate application-based award. Amounts are reviewed each year, so confirm the figure for your intake on the official page. ncl.ac.uk
Source: ncl.ac.uk
What are the IELTS and entry requirements for Newcastle University?
The standard requirement is IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5, for both undergraduate and postgraduate study. A few courses set 6.0 (with no component below 5.5) or higher. Degree requirements are set course by course, so check the Entry requirements section of your course page. ncl.ac.uk
Source: ncl.ac.uk
Does Newcastle University require a Pre-CAS interview?
Newcastle University is listed among UK universities that do not require a pre-CAS interview for international student visa applications. Watch: Real student experience
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