Irish Archaeology Field School 2012

We are Irelands leading provider of university accredited, site based archaeological research and training. The ethos of the school is to provide an opportunity for students and enthusiasts of archaeology and anthropology to experience at first hand the excitement of archaeological excavation within an established research framework. Excavations are undertaken in a research environment led by a team of highly qualified and experienced archaeologists using the most sophisticated technologies, including GPS topographical survey, geophysics, photo-planning and more.



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Détails de la chambre et pension

Full board accommodation is available but must be booked and paid for separately if required. Participants will be responsible for transportation costs to and from Ireland, and passports / visas (as required). Self catering accommodation to suit all budgets is avaialable locally.

Formation archéologique offerte

Evaluating the results of survey work – where and how much to excavate?

Excavation and recording techniques – how to excavate?

First Aid for Finds and the recording of archaeological samples – what to do with materials from the ground?

On site seminars on the study of animal bone and plant remains and other materials as they are found from experts in their respective fields.

Integrating the results into previous years research

You will also have the opportunity to take part in small focus groups including:

Post-excavation processing, recording and analysis of finds and samples;Archaeological Field Survey of new potential archaeological and historical sites within the Boyne Valley using modern equipment such as GPS, Total Station;

Architectural Heritage Survey of historic buildings

Geophysical Survey of potential sub-surface sites, including data analysis and interpretation;

The programme will include a number of expert led tours of famous sites such as the Trim Castle, The Boyne Valley Heritage Centre, Mellifont Abbey, Tara, and a host of hidden gems.

Détails

Students / participants can elect to earn 3 to 6 academic credits (3 credits for a minimum of 2 weeks participation or 6 credits for 4 weeks participation)

Info contact

Dr. Stephen Mandal (CRDS), Dr Geraldine Stout (National Monuments Service), Dr Matthew Stout (St Patricks College, Drumcondra),

 

Contact Person

IAFS
Unit 4A Dundrum Business Park
Dundrum, Dublin 14
Republic of Ireland
353 1 2968190
353 1 2968195

www.iafs.ie/

Affiliés et commanditaires

CRDS Ltd

Lectures recommandées

Stout G 2002. Newgrange and the Bend of the Boyne. Cork.

Smyth, J (Irish Heritage Council), "Research Framework for the UNESCO world Heritage Site at Brugh na Boinne." http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/publications/.

Potterton M & Seaver M 2010. Unocvering Medieval Trim. Dublin. Four Courts Press.  

Previous season reports - see www.iafs.ie