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Overview
The Durotriges Project is studying the role that Dorset's ancient Iron Age societies played in networks of production, exchange and communication with the rest of Britain and the continent.
Students are able to gain hands-on experience at a fascinating site examining prehistoric roundhouses, production areas and cemeteries, while those with an interest in archaeology, Dorset's history, or the project as a whole are welcome to join.
Features
The fieldwork for this Bournemouth University Durotriges Project ‘Big Dig’ Field School takes place within Dorset, a county of outstanding natural beauty and one of the best-preserved archaeological landscapes in Britain.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Site preparation, top-soil sampling, and trench excavation
- Stratigraphic excavation of deposits and features
- Context and feature recording (including written and photographic descriptions)
- Sampling for environmental materials and specimens for scientific testing
- Illustration: production of measured plans and sections
- Sieving and sorting of soil samples to extract environmental materials and artefacts
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Archaeology View 16 other Short Courses in Archaeology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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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
- No formal qualifications are required to attend the field school, which has been designed for students and volunteer participants (aged 16 years or over) who wish to gain experience in archaeological field practice.
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Bournemouth
United Kingdom
700 - 1000 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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