Archaeology - Irish Archaeology
Are you interested in archaeology, understanding the past and Ireland? The Diploma in Irish Archaeology (Online) is the first online Diploma in Irish Archaeology and is the only wholly online course dedicated solely to the story of the Irish archaeological past, which facilitates diverse participation regardless of geographical location.
| Award Name | Minor Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) | Minor | National University of Ireland | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
Duration 2 years, part-time
Online Learning
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements for part-time students can be found in our FAQs section (i.e. age, english language requirements etc.). See
https://www.universityofgalway.ie/adult-learning/faqs/qualifications-and-entry-requirements/
There are no specific entry requirements for the Diploma in Irish Archaeology (Online) and no previous knowledge of archaeology is required.
Careers / Further progression
Further Education
After completing this diploma, options for further study include an undergraduate degree or higher diploma in archaeology (depending on individual circumstances).
Career Opportunities
Past students of the diploma in archaeology have taken a number of routes after graduation. Some have entered straight into related employment - joining commercial archaeological companies as excavators, or working in the heritage industry (as guides, in museums, in visitor centres etc.). Others have continued their academic studies, some returning to complete a BA degree, followed by an MA degree, and even PhDs in several instances! For those who had already completed a degree in any area, they completed a Higher Diploma in Archaeology (1 year full-time, or 2 years part-time), before proceeding to postgraduate studies.
Archaeology graduates work in a variety of roles - as excavators, surveyors, researchers, in local and national government, as guides, in museums, in visitor centres, and in third-level institutions. Of course, archaeology now forms part of the history curriculum at secondary-school level, so the diploma also provides useful training for teachers.
Further information
Next start date September 2024
Average intake: 25
Fees: EU €985 p.a. 2023/24
Fees: Tuition €950 p.a. 2023/24
Fees: Student levy €35 p.a. 2023/24
Fees: Non EU €1,485 p.a. 2023/24
A fees scholarship of up to 30% may be available for students who wish to upskill for the purposes of re-employment. Students must be registered as unemployed and in receipt of one of the following:
Job-seekers Benefit
Job-seekers Allowance
One-parent family allowance
Disability Allowance
Community Employment Scheme
Carer’s Allowance
Signing for social insurance contribution credits
Applications are made online via the University of Galway Applications System. This course is listed under Adult Learning & CPD Courses Application.
Please visit our How to Apply page for Application tips and Supporting Documents information.
Are you interested in archaeology, understanding the past and Ireland? The Diploma in Irish Archaeology (Online) is the first online Diploma in Irish Archaeology and is the only wholly online course dedicated solely to the story of the Irish archaeological past, which facilitates diverse participation regardless of geographical location. This two-year course has four broad aims:
To introduce students to the discipline of archaeology.
To present the archaeology of Ireland as a way of understanding ten thousand years of human settlement on this island.
To study aspects of current archaeological research in Ireland in detail.
To promote interest in Ireland’s heritage at a national and international level.
The Discipline of Archaeology covers a remarkable span of time and investigates some of the most profoundly important developments of the past. There is something to interest everyone - whether interests lie in outdoor fieldwork and exploring ancient monuments, the study of artefacts, the history of technology, local studies, or simply in the rich heritage of Ireland's past. The course can be enjoyed as a general interest undertaking, a social learning experience, or a career-related qualification.
Mode of Study: Online Learning - please visit our Online Learning webpage for further details on what is required to be an online learner.
Archaeology is the study of the material remains of past human societies. It covers a remarkable span of time and investigates some of the most profoundly important developments of the past. The wide scope of archaeology is one of the features which makes the subject so attractive to professional and amateur alike. This course explores the archaeology of Ireland, from the arrival of the first peoples in the stone age, right through to late medieval times. Topics covered include the tombs of the Neolithic such as Newgrange, Bronze Age goldwork, the Celtic question, early Christianity, masterpieces such as the Tara Brooch and Book of Kells, the Vikings in Ireland, and the great castles and church buildings of the medieval period.
Dr. Michelle Comber
School of Geography and Archaeology
Tel: 091 492670
E-mail: michelle.comber@universityofgalway.ie
http://www.universityofgalway.ie/archaeology/