Exciting archaeological fieldwork has been taking place in southern Spain over the past few years, co-directed by a Durham University archaeologist. Together with Spanish scholars, our Department's Dr Marta Díaz-Guardamino has been studying the more-than 3000-year-old site of Las Capellanías in the Huelva province.

Archaeologists have uncovered new evidence about an ancient Mesopotamian landscape, offering fresh insight into the legacy of black slavery during the early Islamic Period.

Our Department of Archaeology accredited degrees have been renewed for a further five years by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA) and University Archaeology UK (UAUK).

Professor Anna Leone is a leading authority on North African archaeology and heritage protection. Her work is driven by her fascination with North Africa and for understanding societal transitions and evolutions in the ancient world.

Dr Benjamin Roberts and Dr Alan Williams of the Department of Archaeology share findings from their new study published in the journal Antiquity.

A new study led by researchers from our top-rated Archaeology department has revealed that 3300 years ago, tin mined in south-west Britain was a key resource for major Bronze Age civilisations in the Eastern Mediterranean thousands of kilometres away.

A groundbreaking study involving our Department of Archaeology has uncovered the first physical evidence of human-animal gladiatorial combat in the Roman period.

Wealth inequality has been linked to human sustainability for over 10,000 years. That’s according to a new study led by Professor Dan Lawrence from our Archaeology department.

A groundbreaking study, featuring contributions from Marta Díaz-Guardamino of the Archaeology Department at Durham University, has unveiled remarkable insights into the Montelirio beaded attires. This research sheds light on the sophisticated craftsmanship, social organization, and female power in Copper Age Iberia, around 5,000 years ago.

Our archaeologists have excavated one of the largest and most important Iron Age finds in the UK.

Researchers have uncovered a vast and well-preserved network of ancient irrigation canals in the Eridu region of southern Mesopotamia, shedding new light on early farming practices.

Our ‘Spotlight on’ series highlights how our researchers are leading their field and transforming lives. Robin Coningham, Professor of Early Medieval Archaeology and UNESCO Chair in Archaeological Ethics and Practice, focuses on South Asia with a dedication to protecting cultural heritage.