理学士（荣誉）考古学

考古学提供了独特的视角，是处理人类过去所有时空维度的唯一主题。它被定义为通过物质遗骸对人类过去的研究，它研究了范围广泛的证据，包括景观，建筑物和古迹，诸如人工制品，生物遗骸和建筑物等掩埋物质以及书面资料。从大约五百万年前的原始人类到今天，考古学在时间上的分布范围遍及整个人居世界。BSc考古学荣誉学位课程将培训您调查科学。它解决了在没有书面记录的巨大时间段内有关人类过去的“大问题”，因此考古学家的法医技能成为了主要问题。<br> <br>职业前景-2015 / 16，该校94％的可就业毕业生表示，他们在毕业
As a BSc Archaeology student, youll develop critical, analytical and transferable skills that prepare you for professional, scientific, academic and research careers - whether in the exciting and rapidly advancing area of archaeological science or in a wide range of other fields and sectors. We have particular strengths in relation to bioarchaeology (the study of human and animal remains, ancient DNA and isotope analysis), materials science (ceramics, metals and glass), digital archaeology and field techniques.<br><br>Our programme will offer you a robust understanding of analytical techniques, delivers practical experience in their application and data processing, and the ability to design and communicate research that employs scientific analyses to address archaeological questions. Well enable you to follow your passions and nurture your curiosity, exploring topics that matter to you. Through a combination of science and thematic or period-based modules, youll be able to situate your scientific training within the archaeological contexts of your choice. Youll develop a broad understanding of the archaeology of Britain and the Mediterranean World, coupled with the opportunity to specialise in your areas of interest.<br><br>A core component of our programme is eight weeks of professional placement, typically on an archaeological excavation, though placements are wide-ranging (e.g. laboratories, museums etc). These memorable placements take place in the summers following Year One and Year Two, in the UK and overseas, developing your skills in an authentic context. As well as practical skills, honed in the field and our excellent, purpose-built and newly refurbished lab facilities, youll develop key research skills through the second-year independent project. Supported by one of our expert staff, youll plan and undertake an archaeological research project on a topic of your choosing.<br><br>Graduating with a broad understanding of the application of scientific data and methods, as well as first-hand experience of their practical application, your skills including teamworking, leadership and communication will be valued by employers.