BSc Field Archaeology

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Objectives Distinct to the UK, this exciting degree comes with a view to preparing individuals for a career in field- based archaeology. This course engenders strong practical and vocational skills within a well structured academic framework.
Entry requirements Entry requirements: For 2008/2009 entry: 160 points from 2 A Levels; 180 points from 3 A Levels For 2009/2010 entry: 180 - 200 points
Academic title BSc Field Archaeology
Course description BSc Field Archaeology

Programme

Year 1

    * Introduction to Archaeology and the Historic Environment
    * Field Archaeology
    * Exploring the Historic Environment Past and Present
    * Science of Artefacts, Geofacts and Ecofacts
    * Study Communication and Research Skills for the Historic Environment
    * Practical Field Archaeology

Year 2

    * Theory in Contemporary Archaeology
    * Reconstruction of Environment and Economy
    * Post-excavation: Data Analysis
    * Applied Field Methods (five-week field school)
    * Research Methods and Project Management
    * Archaeological Fieldwork Project
    * Archaeological Placement (5 weeks)

Year 3

    * Personal Research Project
    * Professional Studies
    * Techniques of Geophysical and Geochemical Prospection
    * Landscape Archaeology