Archaeology - Archaeological Excavation (MA)

Western Road, Cork, IE, Cork, Ireland

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12 monthsProgramme duration

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Main Subject

Archaeology

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The MA in Archaeological Excavation is a one-year taught course, offered on a full-time basis by the Department of Archaeology. Excavation is central to the practice of archaeology as an academic and professional discipline, with many employment opportunities in Ireland and abroad. This course will provide advanced training in the theory and practice of excavation, and specifically:

develop a critical understanding of the role of excavation in world archaeology, with particular reference to professional practice in Ireland
teach research and organisational skills appropriate to the design and execution of archaeological excavation projects to a high standard
combine academic knowledge and technical training in different areas of current practice, including pre-excavation survey, excavation strategy and methods, and post-excavation analysis.

The course will provide a strong foundation for students who wish to develop a professional career in archaeological excavation, or find employment in areas where a critical understanding of excavation is essential.

The MA is designed to achieve a desirable balance between classroom teaching and field training, covering both academic and technical areas of archaeological excavation. The course includes five taught modules, a four-week training excavation and the submission of a research dissertation.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Archaeology

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

develop a critical understanding of the role of excavation in world archaeology, with particular reference to professional practice in Ireland
teach research and organisational skills appropriate to the design and execution of archaeological excavation projects to a high standard
combine academic knowledge and technical training in different areas of current practice, including pre-excavation survey, excavation strategy and methods, and post-excavation analysis.

Admission Requirements

TOEFL

90+

Cambridge CAE Advanced

176+

PTE Academic

63+

Bachelor GPA

2.7+

IELTS

6.5+

You will have honours primary degree in archaeology or anthropology to second honours level from a recognized university or third-level institution, or a higher diploma in archaeology to 2H1 honours level, and set a formal interview to establish motivation, work experience and relevant expertise.

The Additional/Supplementary Statement Questions MUST also be completed during the online application.

References are required from applicants who have not graduated from UCC in the last two years. Please supply two letters of reference, one of which should be a previous employer or supervisor of studies. Sealed letters of references should be sent directly to the Course Director: Professor William O’Brien, Department of Archaeology, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland.

Places to be offered based on a combination of academic qualifications, relevant experience and expertise and interview performance.

Program Duration

1 Year

Starting Month(s)

Sep

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