Overview
Week one of the Island Archaeology Field School - Jersey at The University of Exeter will cover mapping, recording and interpretation of the prehistoric record through geoarchaeological approaches.
Key facts
- Outside of the classroom we will make use of Jersey diverse and dramatic landscape to explore different types of preservation context from Ice Age sediments of the foreshore to buried Neolithic landscapes.
- Weeks two and three examine various field survey techniques, landscape archaeology and comparative island archaeology, as well as the known distribution of prehistoric sites from the Jersey Historic Environment Record and the new results of the recent LIDAR survey conducted on the island by Jersey Heritage.
- As part of the of ‘The Archaeological Map of Jersey’ project, weeks two and three will also continue the excavation work at La Hougue de Vinde as the basis of our planned field survey.
Programme Structure
What you will learn:
- Chronology and Concepts to Prehistoric Landscapes in Jersey
- Geological Resources and Considering Geoarchaeological Potential
- Lithology and Considering Sampling Strategies
- Coastal and Island Archeology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 20 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Delivered
Campus Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Archaeology Geography View 16 other Short Courses in Archaeology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Please ensure you choose the right age at the top of the page as it will filter out options based on your answer to the question.
- If you are at university or studying at university level but under the age of 18, please enter the following answer at the top of the page 'No, but I will be 18 by the start of the programme' regardless of whether you will be 18 and then ensure you enter your correct date of birth on the application form. Once you have submitted your application form, we will then be in touch to discuss whether the programme will be suitable for you.
- Ensure your full name is exactly as printed on your passport.
- All applications must use the English alphabet at all times.
- Double check your email address as we are unable to contact you if this is incorrect.
- Ensure that your address is not a temporary university residence or please notify us if your address is due to change over the summer.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents3500 GBP / full≈ 3500 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents3500 GBP / full≈ 3500 GBP / full
Additional Details
- £799 for certificate (Jersey residents only)
- £3500 for credit (includes travel from UK to Jersey, accommodation, transportation on-island and all activities)
Living costs
Exeter
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.