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2023 programme now open for applications: View Courses.
Dates: 26th July – 20th August 2021
Duration: Four weeks
Cost: €3950
This course is fully accredited by the National University of Ireland, Galway, and students who successfully complete the course will receive 6 Semester Credits or 12 ECTS points.
SS106: Introduction to Archaeology of Ireland (3 Semester Credits/6 ECTS Credits)
On site work during the first element of the course introduces the student to the basic techniques of archaeological excavation, including laying out trenches, removing overburden, and excavating archaeological deposits with a variety of hand tools. Lectures introduce the Chronology of Irish Archaeology whilst a series of workshops develop the students understanding of the principals of excavation.
SS107: Archaeological Field Studies (3 Semester Credits/6 ECTS Credits)
On site work during the second element introduces the student to the methods of onsite recording of archaeological features and deposits, including section drawing, elevation drawing, horizontal planning, working within a site grid, surveying, using an auto level and the EDM, and taking site photography. Lectures complete the Chronology of Irish Archaeology whilst workshops focus on post excavation skills such as managing site archives, writing stratigraphic reports and preparing AutoCad drawings.
At this time we only require an application from prospective students. A firm commitment, in the form of a deposit, will be required when your course is confirmed.