Archaeology and Local Studies
Are you interested in the archaeology of your local area and want to know more?
The ten-week course equips you with the knowledge and resources you need to undertake your own archaeological research.
No qualifications needed – the course is open to anyone, anywhere in the world, and aimed at those interested in learning a bit more about the archaeology of their area, and archaeology generally.
Teaching focuses on the archaeology and history of areas in northern Scotland, using local tutors for support where necessary, and delivered via video-conferencing or in person.
The ten-week course runs twice a year, in January and September.
For more information, or apply, click here.
Historic landscapes
The access course is aimed at people who are interested in the history and archaeology of Scotland and is designed to demonstrate the great complexity of landscape using a series of case studies from across the British Isles
Students will not only study how landscapes have changed over time but also investigate an area of landscape in detail and learn how to conduct a Desk Based Assessment (DBA) on an area of their choice – a key employment skill in archaeology.
The 12-week course runs annually from January.
For more details contact Dr Scott Timpany.
Runology
This course introduces students to reading runic inscriptions and provides them with an overview of the historical and geographical distribution of runic alphabets – with a particular emphasis on examples from Orkney and Shetland.
It will also give participants a basic understanding of the Old Norse language, necessary to read runic inscriptions.
The 12-week course runs annually from January. For more details, or to apply, click here.
Art and Archaeology: Contemporary Theory and Practice
This 20-credit, Level 11 (postgraduate / masters level) module forms part of the core programme of the MA Contemporary Art and Archaeology, but is also available as a standalone module for CPD (continuing professional development).
It will appeal to those students who have studied archaeology, art history, fine art or related subjects at undergraduate level*. The course can also be used as an optional module for students studying Fine Art MA, Archaeological Studies MLitt or the Archaeological Practice MSc.
*Admission is based on entry requirements of 2:1 degree and portfolio submission
For more information contact Dr Antonia Thomas.