BSc Marine Archaeology

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Objectives The course's focus on the maritime aspects of archaeology produces highly skilled practitioners in this exciting and rapidly expanding discipline. Students on this degree will benefit greatly from Bournemouth's maritime location close to the rich underwater and coastal heritage of the Solent, Poole Harbour, Purbeck plus the Dorset and East Devon coast World Heritage Site.
Entry requirements Entry requirements: For 2008/2009 entry: 160 points from 2 A Levels; 180 points from 3 A Levels For 2009/2010 entry: 180 - 200 points
Academic title BSc Marine Archaeology
Course description BSc Marine Archaeology

Programme

Year 1

    * Introduction to Marine Archaeology
    * Field Archaeology
    * Themes in Contemporary Archaeology
    * Exploring the Historic Environment Past and Present
    * Science of Artefacts, Geofacts and Ecofacts
    * Study, Communication and Research Skills for the Historic Environment

Year 2

    * Early Ships and Boats
    * Theory in Contemporary Archaeology
    * Reconstruction of Environment and Economy
    * Post Excavation: Data Analysis
    * Applied Field Methods (5-week field-school)
    * Research Methods and Project Management
    * Advanced Archaeological Placement (5 weeks)

Year 3

    * Personal Research Project
    * Professional Studies
    * Archaeology of Shipwrecks