FdSc Field Archaeology

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Objectives This exciting two-year Foundation degree is distinctive within the UK, and replaces our widely and very highly respected HND Practical Archaeology, which has a record of excellence stretching back over 25 years. The Foundation degree course equips successful students with the knowledge and skills to enter a career in archaeology, or to continue their studies for an Honours degree.
Entry requirements Entry requirements: 80 points from one 6-unit award
Academic title FdSc Field Archaeology
Course description FdSc Field Archaeology

Programme

Year 1

    * Introduction to Archaeology and the Historic Environment
    * Science of Artefacts, Geofacts and Ecofacts
    * Exploring the Historic Environment: Past and Present
    * Study, Communication and Research Skills
    * Field Archaeology
    * Practical Field Archaeology
    * Applied Study and Archaeological Methods 1
    * Archaeological Placement (5 weeks)

Year 2

    * Theory in Contemporary Archaeology
    * Reconstruction of Environment and Economy
    * Post-Excavation: Data Analysis
    * Applied Field Methods (four to five-week field school)
    * Applied Study and Archaeological Methods 2
    * Research Methods and Project Management
    * Personal Fieldwork Project