Ph.D. in Archaeology - Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi

Ph.D. in archaeology is a three-year doctorate program that trains students to rigorously study the program and closely related areas. The program helps students understand the past civilizations and the development of monuments. It is thought to be the top level in this field. Archaeology is an inter-disciplinary activity that focuses on the study of ancient materials crafted by human beings of medieval and earlier societies. Archaeology concentrates on ancient and ancient cultures as well as civilizations, as well as their cultural and social composition. This is accomplished through excavations, research as well as analysis, interpretation, and documenting of the evidence discovered. Ancient civilizations communicated their culture's richness in different methods than writing, requiring archaeology to discover innovative ways to solve their complicated historical puzzle by using new ways and inventive solutions.

Ph.D. Archaeology Eligibility

Candidates who want to take admission in Ph.D. must have a post-graduate degree in History with at least 55% marks from a recognized university and must have passed the national level entrance examination or university level entrance examination. National level entrance exams like UGC NET / UGC CSIR NET / GATE / SLET or University entrance exams consist of written tests and personal interviews.

Benefits of Ph.D. in Archaeology

Ph.D. Archaeology graduates make around 3 LPA after completing the program by working as an Archaeologist and underwater Archaeologists Historic Archaeologists, Prehistoric Archaeology. They may also be employed by The Indian Council of Historical Research with its excavation, exploration epigraphy, prehistory, and museum branches, among others.

 Ph.D. in Archaeology Future scope

After completing the degree Ph.D. in archeology may be employed in areas such as Archeologist in the government, Professor or Lecturer, Documentation specialist assistant archaeologist, paleontologist, etc.

 Ph.D. Archaeology graduates can work as professors in prestigious Colleges as well as Universities.

They can also be eligible for employment in the public sector through examinations that are conducted by the Union Public Service Commission or Staff Selection Commission.

 Ph.D. Archaeology can choose a specific field of study such as Urban Archaeologists, Underwater Archaeologist Historical Archaeologist as well Prehistoric Archaeology.

 They also serve as historians in their organization, the Indian Council of Historical Research as it explores epigraphy, excavation, museum, and prehistory divisions.

Career and Job Opportunities after Ph.D. Degree in Archaeology

• Candidates who have completed their Ph.D. degrees are able to work in government or in the private sector. With all the necessary qualifications and experience archaeologists can be able to get into a variety of positions in the public and private sectors. However, the rate of employment or the opportunities available to Archaeologists tends to be in the public sector than the private sector.
• Some of the jobs available to graduates who have a great career in the course are listed below along with the equivalent wages offered for each position.
• Archaeologists for the Government: Someone who researches the past of the environment within the past and the society's norms affect the environment.
• Documentation Specialist: A archaeologist is an authority who examines the written records of previous societies and cultures, and then arranges them in a systematic manner.

Professors/Lecturers: A specialist in the area of Archaeology and also teaches students at colleges or universities.

• Paleontologist: One who is skilled in studying manuscripts and inscriptions.
• Assistant Archaeologists are accountable for the planning and organization of exhibitions. They also supervise and manage the activities of museums.

Ph.D. Archaeology Research Programme duration

The Ph.D. Archaeology courses are a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 duration. This depends on the university offering the course.

Fees for the research program of Archaeology

The average fee for Ph.D. An archaeology degree is between INR 50000 and INR 500000.