This MRes allows you to focus on your own topic and develop advanced research skills within archaeology. The degree suits independent students preparing for doctoral research, or already in professional employment. You will be supervised by archaeologists with expertise in the subject area, in a friendly Department with a world class reputation. Teaching is largely by individual supervision, supported by seminars and classes that enable you to develop wider understanding of current approaches and theories in archaeology. This degree is more flexible than traditional taught Master's courses. Many of our postgraduates go on to full-time graduate-level employment within archaeology and related consultancies or units, but also within museums and government agencies. Up to one third continue their academic career through doctoral research. In recent years, Reading postgraduate students have been successful in obtaining appointments with heritage agencies (e.g. English Heritage, National Trust) and universities, including Belfast, Bristol, Cardiff, Carmarthen, Cork, Durham, Exeter, Glasgow, Leicester, London, Newcastle and Reading.