University Archaeology Day

University Archaeology Day 2026 - the future of our past is in YOUR hands!

Fascinated by the histories of people, cultures, places and things?
Up for knowledge, travel and adventure?
Looking for a degree that spans the humanities as well as the physical, natural and social sciences, equipping you with the skills for careers in anything from commercial archaeology to marketing and retail via the public sector and everything in between?

If so, then archaeology could be the degree for you! Come to the FREE University Archaeology Day at St Martins House Conference Centre in Leicester on Monday 26th October, 11am-4pm or enjoy our livestreamed panel events to find out about the opportunities an Archaeology degree can offer you.

Meet the experts - talk to lecturers and current students from archaeology departments across the UK, as well as heritage practitioners, professional bodies and employers.
Learn about the exciting research and opportunities available at universities across the UK.
Get application and career tips - everything you need to know about studying this exciting and incredibly broad subject, which combines arts, humanities and sciences to develop a mix of highly employable skills which can open doors to all kinds of careers.
Come along and join in with our activities/visits on the day or attend our panel events online to find out what archaeology is all about, what it's like to study the subject at university, and the kinds of careers that archaeology students can go in to - everything you need to know about studying this exciting and incredibly broad subject, which combines arts, humanities and sciences to develop a mix of highly employable skills which can open doors to all kinds of careers.

Does the past hold the key to your future?

Your booking confirmation from Ticketsource for #UAD26 will also give you significantly reduced entry all day at two major local heritage attractions: visit Jewry Wall (https://www.jewrywall.com/) and/or the Richard III Centre (https://kriii.com/) at a cost of only 7 each for prospective students AND those accompanying them (and those 15yrs and under go free!) when you show your #UAD26 ticketsource booking confirmation. We have also arranged exclusive #UAD26 talks and tours at both venues for attendees (see timetable below), though note you can attend either or both venues for the reduced rate at any time during their regular opening hours without joining the tour or talk if you prefer.

Outline timetable for the day:

10am. Optional exclusive #UAD26 Tour of Jewry Wall (NB admission payment as detailed above is required). Please indicate when booking your free UAD ticket if you wish to go on this tour (it may be possible to add a second tour later depending on demand). Note that you can still enter at any time during the day for the reduced rate by showing your #UAD26 booking confirmation even if you do not wish to go on the tour.
11am-12pm: #UAD26 opens. Time to browse the stalls run by representatives of academic departments and archaeology/heritage institutions from across the UK. Come with all the questions you ever had about archaeology, where to study, how to apply and how to get the most out of your studies!
12-1pm Archaeology careers panel/Q&A. Listen to professionals working across the sector, (as well as those who have used an archaeology degree as a springboard to go in different directions) discuss the breadth of the subject, highlight cutting-edge research and some of the latest finds and debates, and cover application tips, careers advice and more.
1-3pm: lunch/time to browse #UAD26 and ask more questions. Lunch is not provided but there is a huge range of eateries and shops available in central Leicester very close by.
NOTE CHANGE, WAS AT 2pm! 3pm: optional exclusive #UAD26 talk and visit to the King Richard III Centre (NB admission payment as detailed above is required). Please indicate when booking through ticketsource if you would like to take up this opportunity. Note that you can still enter at any time during the day for the reduced rate by showing your #UAD26 booking confirmation even if you do not wish to attend the talk.
4pm: #UAD26 ends.

Get involved in University Archaeology Day and find out what an archaeology degree can do for you!

University Archaeology Day is designed for prospective undergraduate or graduate students, careers advisers, teachers and anyone with an interest in the subject. It is aimed mainly at students in years 12 and 13 and mature students considering studying archaeology and allied subjects at university, as well as at current HE students thinking about postgraduate options. However year 11 and even younger students may also find it helpful to plan ahead, and everyone is welcome! The day is organised by University Archaeology UK and the Council for British Archaeology.

The event is completely FREE, but please book NOW to ensure your free place

Booking link: Ticketsource
More information on the day, check out: https://universityarchaeology.co.uk/university-archaeology-day/
Follow the hashtag #UAD26 across social media - Linktree: https://linktr.ee/University_Archaeology_Day

Note that we require under 18s attending in person to be accompanied by a responsible adult, whose contact details should be supplied (separate, lower age limits for accompaniment are operated by Jewry Wall and the Richard III Centre). No contact details will be shared with third parties, and all names will be deleted immediately after the event.