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Introductory Courses 2013

These courses seek to introduce participants to Irish archaeology in a practical way and can be taken by students and non-students alike - perfect for those with an abiding interest in the subject who seek hands-on experience. These courses include the 1-week Introduction to Irish Archaeology and the great-value 2-week Bare Bones course, both of which are offered as residential courses in April and August but which can also be arranged on a non-residential basis at any time from May to August.

Introduction to Irish Archaeology: 1-week course in excavation methodology

Dates: 15-19 April and 12-16 August 2013
These are beginners' courses for students looking for an introduction to practical aspects of archaeology, featuring a 'hands-on' approach in excavation methodology and recording procedures. The 1-week course includes tuition in excavation methods, using the Harris Matrix, stratigraphical interpretation, single context recording, planning, soil identification and analysis, data processing and lectures on research strategies. This course includes is a guided 1-day field trip to archaeological sites on Achill Island. Accommodation is available from Saturday to Saturday. Fees include tuition, self-catering accommodation and local transport.
 

Bare Bones: 2-week course in excavation and survey methodology

Dates: 15-26 April and 12-23 August 2013
The Bare Bones course includes tuition in excavation methods, using the Harris Matrix, stratigraphical interpretation, single context recording, planning, soil identification and analysis, data processing, introduction to AutoCAD and GIS, plus lectures on research strategies. This course includes two guided 1-day field trips to archaeological sites on Achill Island. Accommodation is available from Saturday to Saturday. Fees include tuition, self-catering accommodation and local transport.

Introduction to Irish Archaeology
€ 650.00
12th August to 17th August 2013
This 5-day course is ideal for the interested amateur or younger students considering archaeology as a future subject to study or as a career. It is also particularly suitable for National School Teachers.

This practical week-long course provides an ideal introduction to the world of archaeology.   More details
Bare Bones
€ 950.00
12th August to 23rd August 2013
Includes basic instruction & supervision in excavation, planning and surveying while on-site.   More details
Introduction to Irish Archaeology (non-residential option)
€ 550.00
27th May to 1st June 2013 3rd June to 8th June 2013 10th June to 15th June 2013 17th June to 22nd June 2013 8th July to 13th July 2013 15th July to 20th July 2013 22nd July to 27th July 2013 29th July to 3rd August 2013 5th August to 10th August 2013 12th August to 17th August 2013 19th August to 24th August 2013
Bare Bones (non-residential option)
€ 800.00
3rd June to 14th June 2013 8th July to 19th July 2013 22nd July to 2nd August 2013
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