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Overview
What you will learn
On successful completion of the Practical Archaeological Excavation course offered by Cranfield University you will be able to:
- Explain how an excavation is planned and run
- Transfer theoretical knowledge of excavation techniques into practical use
- Recover safely and record rigorously material uncovered in the excavation
- Critically assess the most important features of an excavation and determine appropriate techniques
- Communicate results to other persons both archaeological experts and lay member of the public.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Planning an excavation
- Logistical practical and health and safety issues
- Practical excavation skills
- Man management and organisation skills
- Drawing, planning and recording an excavation
- Small finds
- The care of human remains
- Press, the public and other partners
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 10 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Archaeology View 19 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
- There are no prerequisites for this course but a basic standard of physical fitness is required.
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Tuition Fee
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International
3850 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3850 GBP for the full programme during 10 days. -
National
3850 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3850 GBP for the full programme during 10 days.
Living costs for Cranfield
700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs
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