UCLA Fully Funded PhD in Archaeology

PhD @University of California, Los Angeles posted 1 week ago

Job Description

Program Overview

Institution: University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
Program: Interdepartmental PhD Program in Archaeology
Affiliation: Cotsen Institute of Archaeology
Location: Los Angeles, California

UCLA’s Interdepartmental PhD Program in Archaeology offers an interdisciplinary approach, integrating faculty and resources from various departments, including Anthropology, Art History, Classics, and more. The program emphasizes comprehensive training in archaeological theory, methods, and regional studies, fostering a collaborative academic environment.

Funding Package

All admitted PhD students receive a comprehensive funding package, which includes:

Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for the duration of the program.
Stipend: A guaranteed minimum stipend of $30,000 per year for any on-campus support.
Funding Duration: Typically spans five years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.
Additional Support:
- Opportunities for research travel funds to support fieldwork and conference participation.
- Access to various fellowships and grants administered by the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology.

Funding is provided through a combination of fellowships, teaching assistantships (TA-ships), and graduate student researcher positions (GSR-ships). Students are encouraged to apply for additional fellowships and grants to support their research endeavors.

Curriculum Structure

The PhD program is designed to provide a robust foundation in archaeological theory and practice, with flexibility to tailor coursework to individual research interests.

Core Components

Coursework: Students complete core and elective courses covering various aspects of archaeology, including theory, methods, and regional studies.
Research: Emphasis on original research leading to a doctoral dissertation.
Teaching Experience: Opportunities to serve as a TA, gaining valuable teaching experience.
Qualifying Examination: Assessment to advance to candidacy, typically by the end of the third year.
Dissertation: Completion and defense of a doctoral dissertation contributing to the field of archaeology.

Students benefit from the resources and collaborative environment of the Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, which supports archaeological research and public outreach, houses archaeological laboratories, and hosts numerous archaeology-focused talks and seminars.

Admission Requirements

Educational Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in archaeology or a closely related field.
Application Materials:
- Online application through UCLA Graduate Admissions.
- Statement of Purpose.
- Personal History Statement.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
- Resume/CV.
- Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.
- GRE scores (optional but may be recommended).
- TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants, unless exempt.
Application Fee:
- $135 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
- $155 for international applicants.