Welcome to Achill Field School

Achill Archaeology Field School welcomes international archaeology students from all over the world! Experience Irish archaeology in the beautiful West of Ireland via archaeological fieldwork and excavation, overseen by highly experienced archaeologists and environmental scientists.

The Achill Field School is the oldest and probably the foremost Field School of archaeology in Ireland and celebrates 21 years of fieldwork and research.

If you wish to enrol in one of our archaeology courses, please submit the on-line application form for evaluation and approval.

The Mission of the Archaeology Field School is to provide a unique experience for students interested in archaeology and anthropology, who wish to explore the rich cultural heritage of Achill Island, Achill Beg Island and the Corraun peninsula in County Mayo in the West of Ireland.

The archaeology Field School programme commences in March / April and continues through to September 2012. Archaeology courses from 1-week to 10-weeks are available for all people interested in archaeology.

Academic Credit is available for all of our Modular Courses in archaeology, with applications welcome from students aged 16 years of age and upwards. Mature archaeology students are particularly welcome.

A special archaeology programme is available on request for Second Level students.

We also offer a selection of Guided Tours to archaeology sites and monuments in the West and Midlands of Ireland.

Book one of our Archaeology Courses now!