Ceramic and Lithic Analysis for Archaeologists: University of Southampton

Degree: MA
Address: Ceramic and Lithic Analysis for Archaeologists: University of Southampton, Archaeology, School of Humanities, University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, Southampton, United Kingdom
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Subject: Anthropology and Archaeology
Course Language(s): English
Course Beginning: October
Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time
App Deadline: 1-Sep
Scholarship and Grants: AHRC; School studentships may be available
Telephone: +44 (0)23 8059 7541
Fax: +44 (0) 23 8059 2157
E-mail: a.l....@soton.ac.uk
Website: http://www.southampton.ac.uk/archaeology

Course Description

The MA in Ceramic and Lithic Analysis for Archaeologists is designed to provide a thorough grounding in the recording, analysis and interpretation of pottery and worked stone (not chipped stone).

Pottery and worked stone artefacts form two of the largest groups of finds recovered from archaeological excavations and surveys of all periods across the world. Their proper study can provide information about a wide range of different aspects of past societies.

Programme structure

Core modules: Ceramic and lithic projects for archaeologists; Principles of ceramic and lithic archaeology; Research skills.

Two optional modules from: Archaeological petrology; Ceramics and lithics in context; another School of Humanities or Winchester School of Art MA module

Plus: Dissertation (15,000 words)

Entry requirements

At least an upper 2nd class degree in archaeology, anthropology, geology, or related discipline.

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