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ARCHAEOLOGICAL PRACTICE MSC

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University of Highlands and Islands

Program overview

The MSc Archaeological Practice is a world-leading archaeology course which equips you with the tools for work in the real world The course combines an emphasis on the key practical skills essential for a career within the archaeological profession with a critical study of the advanced theoretical and methodological concepts underpinning the discipline We stress the acquisition of vocational skills through practical experience using as our laboratory the rich archaeological resource of Orkney home to some of the world s most renowned archaeological monuments Core modules will introduce you to the principles philosophy and theory of cultural heritage management and immerse you in a suite of practical archaeological techniques including excavation non-intrusive field archaeology digital means of exploring and recording archaeological materials environmental archaeology and post-excavation analysis There is flexibility to pursue an interest in period-based modules which reflect the research specialisms of the Archaeology Institute staff or you may choose to focus entirely on our professional skills modules

Duration: 10

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