Archaeology - Introduction to Archaeological Interpretation - Sligo
Have you ever wondered how archaeologists use the material remains of the past to reconstruct human behaviour?
| Award Name | Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | Atlantic Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Certificate (Level 7 NFQ) | Special Purpose | Atlantic Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
1 year part-time, online,
Recommended Study Hours per week
Each of the two online modules will entail 2 hours of lecturing per week. For part-time online or blended learning, it is recommended that students should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module to their studies.
On-Campus Attendance Requirement
Note: Check programme Examination and Assessment requirements, as they may involve examinations to be taken on campus.
Entry Requirements
This course will suit anyone with a desire to deepen their understanding of archaeology and explore how archaeologists actually reconstruct the past.Students will require an existing Level 6 qualification, or the equivalent in lived experience to secure entry. While not essential, this course will best suit students who already have a basic grounding in archaeology. Please contact the course coordinator if you have any questions.
Careers / Further progression
Progression
Graduates may progress to another Level 6 or Level 7 SPA programme.
The following archaeology programmes are currently offered by ATU Sligo:
SG_SARCH_S06 , SPA Archaeological Excavation and Post-Excavation , L6 , ECTS 10
SG_SARCI_S06 , SPA Archaeological Excavation and Post-Excavation (International) , L6 , ECTS 12
SG_SARCJ_S06 , SPA Archaeological Field Studies (International), L6 , ECTS 18
SG_SINTR_S06 , SPA Introduction to Irish Archaeology , L6 , ECTS 15
SG_SPREH_S06 , SPA Prehistoric Archaeology of Ireland and Europe , L6 , ECTS 15
SG_SIRIS_S06 , SPA Irish Medieval History and Archaeology , L6 , ECTS 15
SG_SINTR_S07 , SPA Introduction to Archaeological Interpretation , L7 , ECTS 15
SG_SRITU_S07 , SPA Ritual and Meaning in Archaeology , L7 , ECTS 15
SG_SBUIN_S07 , SPA Buildings Archaeology (Online), L7 , ECTS 15
SG_SBUIM_S07 , SPA Buildings Archaeology (Blended) , L7 , ECTS 15
For further information, please visit Archaeology at ATU.
Careers
Graduates of our Level 7 Certificate in Introduction to Archaeological Interpretation may find work as guides or volunteers in local museums and heritage centres; as guides on OPW sites; as General Operatives or volunteers on research excavations; and as General Operatives or volunteers on commercial excavations.
This Level 6 Certificate in Introduction to Irish Archaeology will also cater to the interested public, not desiring credits. The course will be of benefit to those who currently work in the national and international tourist market and wish to upskill, including tourist bus drivers/guides, those in cultural heritage tourism, those who run their own tourism companies or heritage centres, and those who working with local community groups on heritage tourism and/or heritage education.
Further information
Total Fees €1,650
Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.
For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.
Have you ever wondered how archaeologists use the material remains of the past to reconstruct human behaviour?
The Level 7 Certificate in Introduction to Archaeological Interpretation is designed to provide the learner with a comprehensive introduction to the methods, frameworks, technology and theoretical paradigms utilised by archaeologists as they attempt to interpret the archaeological record and provide meaningful and accurate accounts of past human behaviour. This is the only online archaeology course of its kind offered in Ireland and will best suit students who have already gained at least a basic introduction to archaeology.
Programme Structure
This 15-credit course comprises 3 modules, taught completely online over 1 year. These modules include:
How Archaeology is Done: Introduction to Archaeological Methods and Theory and Landscape Archaeology taught in Semester 1 and From Gods to Pests: The Role of Animals in Human Societies in Semester 2. Semester 1 classes start in September each year.
Who Should Apply?
The course will be of benefit to those who currently work in the national and international tourist market and wish to upskill, including tourist bus drivers/guides, those in cultural heritage tourism, those who run their own tourism companies or heritage centres, and those who working with local community groups on heritage tourism and/or heritage education.
Semester Module Details Credits Mandatory / Elective
1 How Archaeology is done: Introduction to Archaeological Methods and Theory 05 Mandatory
1 From Gods to Pests: The Role of Animals in Human Societies 05 Mandatory
2 Landscape Archaeology 05 Mandatory
Examination and Assessment
All three modules will have 2 pieces of assessment, a combination of online Moodle tests and essays. There will be no formal exams.
Admissions Office
T: 353 (0) 71 931 8511
E: admissions.sligo@atu.ie
Online Student Advisor
Saoirse Kennedy
T: +353 71 930 5482
E: Saoirse.kennedy@atu.ie