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Experimental Archaeology – (M.A.)

The University of Exeter

School of Geography, Archaeology and Earth Resources
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Annual Tuition Fee: ≈ € 5,255 - ≈ € 13,937 (non-EEA)
Location: Exeter / United Kingdom / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴
Duration: 12 months Start Date: October
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Education Variants:
  • Parttime
  • Fulltime
Languages: English 
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Location

Streatham Campus, Exeter

This programme explores experimental archaeology's potential as a powerful research method, an effective educational tool and an excellent medium for public outreach.

You will receive a sound practical and theoretical grounding in scientific use of experiments in archaeological research. The programme will give you practical experience of experiments related to archaeological and taphonomic processes and the production of a range of material culture types including ceramics, stone tools, metals and a range of organic materials.

The role of experiments and ‘reconstructions’ in education and public outreach is investigated through classes, practical activities, and field visits. Links with professionals, such as museums and independent establishments, provide opportunities for practical work based on a sound appreciation of theory.

The University has established an outdoor centre on its Streatham Campus to provide a location for both short- and long-term experimental archaeology research. The programmes involve practical work and fieldtrips, and offers the opportunity for some modules to be studied via WebCT.


Contents

Total credits required: 180

Compulsory Modules
* Method and Theory in Current Archaeology
* Experimental Methods in Archaeology; History and Philosophy
* Experimental Archaeology in Practice 1
* Experimental Archaeology in Practice 2
* 20,000 word maximum Archaeology Dissertation

Option Modules
Two option modules from those available in other MA programmes within the Department of Archaeology or the College, or at Level 3 in Archaeology (as appropriate and subject to the agreement of the Programme Director).

For a full list and details of the individual modules, please see the MA Experimental Archaeology programme pages on the College of Humanities section of our website.

Please note that availability of all modules is subject to timetabling constraints and that not all modules are available every year.

Assessment

Modules are assessed by coursework produced to deadlines, plus a dissertation of up to 20,000 words.

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Requirements

English requirements: IELTS 6.5

Additional Requirements

Minimal degree required: Bachelor's degree
Minimal amount of work experience Not specified

Language Proficiency

Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Grade A (Score: 80)

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