Archaeology BSc (Hons)

University of Winchester
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  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    Winchester

Year 1 examines the theory and practice of archaeology; historic and prehistoric periods; and the methods, theories and approaches that underpin archaeological science.Year 2 introduces the scientific skills commonly used in archaeology. There are core modules in Geographic Information Systems, Global Environmental Change and archaeological fieldwork. Students may focus their studies on biological, geological and/or physical science topics, while also studying the archaeology of one or more European archaeological periods.During Year 3, students may focus on topics, periods or themes from Year 2 or broaden their studies to examine the archaeology of the Mediterranean, the Americas, Africa and Anatolia/the Near East. Students also carry out a piece of applied scientific research, normally using original laboratory and/or field data.The Department of Archaeology at the University of Winchester is a Registered Organisation with the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists (CIfA). Students can become Affiliates of the CIfA. After graduation they can build up field experience to progress to full membership categories.FieldworkStudents undertake fieldwork throughout their course, and during Years 2 and 3 can attend two periods of summer excavation. Students are required to attend the summer training excavation for four weeks during the first summer vacation and should ensure that they have accommodation available during late May and June.

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Winchester (Hampshire)
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University Of Winchester, SO22 4NR

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About this course

Our aim is to shape 'confident learners' by enabling you to develop the skills needed to excel in your studies here and as well as onto further studies or the employment market. You are taught primarily through a combination of lectures and seminars, allowing opportunities to discuss and develop your understanding of topics covered in lectures in smaller groups.In addition to the formally scheduled contact time such as lectures and seminars etc.), you are encouraged to access academic support from staff within the course team, your personal tutor and the wide range of services available to you within the University.Independent learningOver the duration of your course, you will be expected to develop independent and critical learning, progressively building confidence and expertise through independent and collaborative research, problem-solving and analysis with the support of staff. You take responsibility for your own learning and are encouraged to make use of the wide range of available learning resources available.Overall workloadYour overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning and assessment activity.While your actual contact hours may depend on the optional modules you select, the following information gives an indication of how much time you will need to allocate to different activities at each level of the course .Year 1 (Level 4): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*• Teaching, learning and assessment: 252 hours• Independent learning: 948 hoursYear 2 (Level 5): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*• Teaching, learning and assessment: 408 hours• Independent learning: 792 hoursYear 3 (Level 6): Timetabled teaching and learning activity*• Teaching, learning and assessment: 336 hours• Independent learning: 864 hours*Please note these...

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Subjects

  • Greek
  • Information Systems
  • Archaeology
  • Art
  • Global
  • University
  • Systems

Course programme

Year 1

Core modules:

  • Introduction to Archaeology
  • Development of Archaeology
  • The Archaeology of the Historic Period
  • World Prehistory
  • Introduction to Archaeological Science
  • Introduction to Archaeological Resources
  • Introduction to Archaeological Fieldwork
  • Introduction to Material Culture
Year 2

Core modules:

  • Geographic Information Systems
  • Fieldwork 1
  • Archaeological/Geographical Science Project
  • Archaeological Theory
  • Global Environmental Change

Optional modules:

  • Early Prehistoric Europe
  • Later Prehistoric Europe
  • Roman Britain
  • The Early Roman Empire
  • Representation and Art in Archaeology
  • The Archaeology of Gender and the Life Cycle
  • The Archaeology of Conflict
  • The Archaeology of Religion and Ritual
  • Late Roman and Early Medieval Europe
  • The Greek World
  • Geomatics and Remote Sensing
  • Geoarchaeology
  • Human Bioarchaeology
  • Forensic Archaeology
  • Theme Study: Exploiting the Greek and Roman Natural World
  • Maritime Archaeology
  • Medieval Archaeology
  • The Archaeology of Death and Burial
  • Archaeology Fieldtrip
  • Archaeology, Heritage and Society
  • Palaeoecology
  • Geomorphological Science
  • The Archaeology of Hampshire
  • Battlefield Archaeology
  • Community Volunteering Placement
Year 3

Core modules:

  • Dissertation

Optional modules:

  • Fieldwork 2
  • Archaeological Project Management
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Transcaucasia
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Monasticism
  • The Archaeology of Medieval Religion and Belief
  • Depth Study: The Celts
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Space and Place
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Buildings
  • Depth Study: The Lower and Middle Palaeolithic of Western Eurasia
  • Depth Study: Central Southern England in the Roman Period
  • Depth Study: Mediterranean Landscape Studies
  • Depth Study: Later Prehistoric Wessex
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Winchester
  • Depth Study: Church Archaeology
  • Greek Art and Architecture
  • Roman Art and Architecture
  • Depth Study: Byzantium and Beyond
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of Africa
  • Climate Change and People
  • Depth Study: The Archaeology of North America 1492-1776
  • Religion, Magic and Esoteric Traditions in Post-Medieval Britain
  • The Archaeology of Italy
  • Comparative Study: Reception of the Classical World: Art and Architecture
  • Caribbean Peoples and Cultures
  • Archaeology of Buddhism
  • Representing the Environment
  • Archaeology Science
  • Battlefield Archaeology
  • Maritime Archaeology

For further information about modules, please view the course leaflet (see right-hand side).

Please note the modules listed are correct at the time of publishing, for full-time students entering the programme in Year 1. Optional modules are listed where applicable. Please note the University cannot guarantee the availability of all modules listed and modules may be subject to change. For further information please refer to the terms and conditions at /termsandconditions. The University will notify applicants of any changes made to the core modules listed above.

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