Archaeology Marts

What will you study on this course? If you choose to follow the four year MArts degree, the first and second years are the same as for the BA degree; however, you do not undertake the dissertation in the third year and instead choose more optional modules and/or a research project. Year 1 Many of the modules followed in the first year are introductory, with the core modules providing a broad foundation in the subject. Compulsory modules: Archaeology: An Introduction to Archaeological Principles and Techniques Introduction to British Prehistory Introduction to Historic Archaeology; Roman and Medieval Britain Introduction to History and Heritage Optional modules: Other modules offered by the School of History, Welsh History and Archaeology include: War, Society and the Media; Wales – Princes to Tudors; Apocalypse Then, the Crisis of the 14th Century. Years 2 Compulsory modules: Rethinking Archaeology: theory and interpretation Workplace module (archaeological excavation, unit or museum) Patterns of the Past Otherwise you choose from a great variety of options in archaeology reflecting staff research, which include modules on prehistory, Roman and early medieval archaeology, including modules on Wales and Ireland. Heritage modules are also available. Year 3 Compulsory modules: Field Archaeology in Britain Patterns of the Past (if not taken in Year 2) You also choose from a range of modules including prehistoric Britain and Europe, Viking archaeology, landscape and environment archaeology contemporary archaeology and experimental archaeology. You will also complete a dissertation – a research project on an archaeological topic of your choosing and of particular interest to you.