Certificate in Archaeology

Learn about ancient environments and uncover the story of times gone by.

            Key facts
            Two year part-time programme
Equivalent to Level One of a BSc degree
Easy progression onto the BA in Archaeological Studies (run collaboratively with the Department of Archaeology)
Friendly, supportive learning environment
Programme Code: ACE U101

            

About the course

The Certificate in Archaeology gives you the chance to study the distant and maybe not-so-distant past. Through reading those enigmatic 'lumps and bumps' in the landscape and learning about ancient environments and activities, we can uncover the story of times gone by.

As a part-time, undergraduate programme of study the course focuses largely on landscape interpretation and field mapping.

Teaching is done in evening classes and there are field studies in most modules on weekend days.

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Example modules

Introduction to Archaeology and the Historic Landscape
Field Techniques in Archaeology
Introduction to the Peak District
Introduction to Environmental Archaeology
Introduction to British Prehistory
Getting Started with Research ACE1007

Module descriptions

Part of the Certificate course can comprise modules which help develop study skills, such as, Learning to Learn or Study Skills in Higher Education.

Entry requirements

General TILL entry requirements

Contact

Dr Camilla Priede or Dr Vicky Crewe
T: 0114 222 7091
E: c.priede@sheffield.ac.uk or v.crewe@sheffield.ac.uk

Archaeology students

Support facilities

While studying you will be eligible for full access to all the University's amenities, including the Students' Union, libraries, careers service, computer rooms and sports facilities.

For those with disabilities or other special needs extra help and support is available.

Moving from certificate to degree

After successful completion of the Certificate course, you may go on to study the part-time BA (Hons) Archaeological Studies degree at the Department of Archaeology.

How to apply

You can apply online using our application form.

If you are applying to one of our named awards (Certificate, Foundation Programme or Foundation degree) we will usually invite you for an informal interview to discuss your programme of study and module choices.

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