This degree combines theory and practice, with teaching in the field and participation in research-led excavations. The course explores human developments from hominids to modernity, and the prehistory and early history of Europe. You'll study significant issues of our human past and their relevance to present questions of origin, identity and belief. You'll explore the links between science and the humanities.  The learning and assessment percentages could vary depending on the modules you choose. Archaeology at Sheffield opens up a wide range of career opportunities in archaeology, heritage, and museums and within the environmental and cultural sectors. Many graduates work in archaeology, in commercial units, national and local government, the charitable sector and university departments. Some choose to study for a postgraduate degree. Others have gone into journalism, teaching, the police, health care and classical music.