Overview
Explore key archaeological periods in the Highlands and Islands while learning how to start your own desk-based, archaeological research journey, on this CPD Archaeology and Local Studies at Perth College UHI.
If you choose to join the course on-campus, you'll be based at Cnoc Soilleir in South Uist, Outer Hebrides. The campus is rooted in the landscape and culture of South Uist, with bespoke facilities, and only a short walk away from internationally significant archaeological sites.
The Outer Hebrides boasts spectacular archaeological landscapes with well preserved sites, spanning earliest prehistory to the early modern period, from prehistoric ceremonial monuments to well preserved historic agricultural landscapes.
Whether you're looking to explore your interest in your spare time or thinking of developing it further by pursuing a degree with our Archaeology Institute, join this course to gain the knowledge and resources that will help you figure it out, as you learn more about the archaeology of the Highlands and Islands, and get a taste of what it's like to be a student at UHI.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Once you have successfully completed this course, you might like to consider careers in:
- Archaeology
- Heritage
- Museums
Programme Structure
You will cover the following themes in this module:- The study of archaeology
- Archaeological periods in the Highlands and Islands
- Archaeology and documentary sources
- Completion of a final assessed project on an archaeological site or landscape of your choosing
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Delivered
Campus Location
- Perth, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Archaeology View 15 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
- No formal qualifications are required, although it’s recommended that you are able to work at SCQF level 6 or above