The Archaeology degree programme offers exciting opportunities to learn both in the classroom and in the field. You will learn from experts who are at the cutting edge of field research and will take part in hands-on learning through practical archaeological investigations. You will also gain experience in laboratory techniques, which are a key part of understanding and working with the material remains of the past. The skills you develop here will be useful both during the course and in your future career.
Archaeology is all about exploring the human past through the artefacts people have left behind. Some of the material remains we study include stone tools, pottery, and bones. By examining these we can find out how people lived and how their societies were organised. We learn about the ways humanity interacted with the environments around them and how their ideas about the world can be seen in the things they made.
Understanding the past also means looking at the bigger picture, including historic buildings, monuments, and landscapes. We explore how humans have used the land and how environmental change affected their lives. To understand how people lived, we also need to learn about their beliefs and how they viewed themselves and others in both life and death. All this information helps us see how human development has shaped the world we live in today.
To study archaeology effectively, it is important to think about theoretical and ethical questions. These include issues like heritage, representation, and the impact of technology on our understanding of the past. We also examine how digital applications can help us learn more about ancient societies. By exploring these areas, we can better understand the evolution of the human body, mind, and ideas over time.
In this programme, you will have the chance to develop a wide range of skills across different areas of study. You will learn archaeological methods that help you examine and interpret the human past. This includes using modern technology and techniques to study ancient DNA and artefacts. You will also take part in field research, which will give you the opportunity to apply what you’ve learned in real-world settings.
By the end of the course, you will have a deeper understanding of archaeology and the human past. You will be well-equipped with the skills needed to explore how people lived and how their lives have influenced the world we know today. This programme prepares you for a future in archaeology and related fields, opening doors to further study and a range of exciting careers.
Year 1 introduces the fundamentals of Archaeology and the Humanities, where you’ll explore the basics of the discipline. You’ll learn about different cultures and the development of societies from Egypt to the Near East. Optional modules provide a strong foundation in understanding the formation of human societies and their interactions with their environments.
Compulsory
Exploring the Humanities (20 credits)
Introduction to Archaeology (20 credits)
Optional
From Egypt to the Near East: phenomena of the Mediterranean (20 credits)
Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits)
Into the Field (20 credits)
What makes civilisation? (20 credits)
Death, Burial and the Afterlife (20 credits)
Myths and Mythology: How Stories Shape the World (20 credits)
Doing Archaeology: The Past in Practice (20 credits)
Year 2 focuses on expanding your knowledge and applying it to more complex topics. Through flexible modules you’ll gain insight into how artefacts and archaeological methods shape our understanding of past human behaviours and societal structures. This year offers rich opportunities to examine how past societies confronted and adapted to challenges, deepening your analytical skills.
Optional
Human Evolution: origins of modern human behaviour (20 credits)
Heritage and Archaeology of Conflict (20 credits)
Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits)
Households in the ancient world (20 credits)
Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits)
Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits)
Thinking With Things (20 credits)
Animals in Archaeology (20 credits)
(Re)presenting and (Re)constructing the Past (20 credits)
Difficult Heritage/ Dark Tourism (20 credits)
Art and Ancient Egypt 4000BC to the 2020ies: Exhibiting artistic representations (20 credits)
Excavation and Fieldwork (20 credits)
Ancient Lives in Death (20 credits)
Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits)
Museums, Heritage and Representation (20 credits)
Medicine and Miracles: Health, Illness, and Cure (20 credits)
Professional Placement (20 credits)
Thinking Through History - Independent Project
Year 3 involves a significant research component through the Independent Project, allowing you to investigate an area of personal interest in depth. You’ll also have the opportunity to explore specialised topics. Fieldwork and excavation modules offer practical experience, enhancing your ability to conduct independent research and analysis. This final year synthesises your learning, preparing you for further study or a career in archaeology and related fields.
Compulsory
Independent Project (40 credits)
Optional
Hieroglyphs 1 (20 credits)
Into the Field (20 credits)
Death, Burial and the Afterlife (20 credits)
Exploring the Humanities (20 credits)
What makes civilisation? (20 credits)
Ancestors, Death and Burial (20 credits)
Thinking With Things (20 credits)
Animals in Archaeology (20 credits)
Excavation and Fieldwork (20 credits)
(Re)presenting and (Re)constructing the Past (20 credits)
Difficult Heritage/ Dark Tourism (20 credits)
Ancient Lives in Death (20 credits)
Entanglements: Exploring Interactions between the Aegean and the Near East (20 credits)
Households in the ancient world (20 credits)
Human Evolution: origins of modern human behaviour (20 credits)
Independent Project (40 credits)
Exhibiting the Past: Ancient Egypt, death and modern representation (20 credits)
Heritage & Archaeology of Conflict (20 credits)
Art and Ancient Egypt 4000BC to the 2020ies: Exhibiting artistic representations (20 credits)
The programme is assessed in a variety of ways. It will include several of the following type of assessment: essays of 1,000 to 4,000 words in length, document analysis, book/ journal reviews, short reports and reflective journals, time tests, field journals, posters, group and individual presentations.
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