Archaeology and Heritage Studies BA (Hons)

Overview

How has Britain’s past been ‘discovered’, presented and interpreted? What can we learn about the past and the present? You will seek answers to these kinds of questions on this exciting course.

The main disciplines contributing towards the programme are archaeology, geography and history. Investigate interesting artefacts, monuments, buildings and landscapes and learn about the material remains of fascinating past cultures. Take part in research-led excavations and field trips to the many archaeological and historial sites within the region. There are also plenty of opportunities for more extended practical work through projects and work placements.

The Institute of Science and the Environment has links with local employers within the conservation and heritage industry, including the National Trust, museums and planning offices.There are field trips and opportunities for more extended practical work through projects and work placements.

There are a wide variety of modules which allow you to gain a broad understanding, or alternatively specialise in a particular area of interest.

This multidisciplinary course also has links to business and art, allowing students to acquire key skills in business management and information design, providing a foundation for future employment
within heritage management. You can also investigate how views of our heritage shape developments in the present by studying aspects of the planning process and our approach to conservation issues.

220-260 UCAS Tariff points

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Heritage Studies: A Critical Introduction
Introduction to Archaeology
History of the British Landscape
Introduction to Fieldwork in Archaeology
World Archaeology & Ancient Civilizations
Interpreting the Past
Historians & Heritage
Research Methods
Museums
The Study & Interpretation of Artefacts
Death & Burial
Heritage Tourism & Place Promotion
Architecture & the Built Heritage
Landscape Archaeology
Environmental Archaeology
Iron Age & Roman Britain
Managing the Historic Environment
Neolithic & Bronze Age Britain
Archaeology Field Study (excavation)
Researching Local & Community History
Conservation & the Built Environment
The Archaeology of Medieval Settlement
Work Placement
Extension Module
Independent Study

Teaching methods for all modules include lectures, illustrated lectures or films, seminars and tutorials. Some modules also include practical classes, project, group and field work.

The expertise of the staff includes the Neolithic archaeological practice, landscape archaeology, built environment conservation, geo-conservation, Nineteenth and Twentieth Century history and heritage and national identity and students may have opportunities to take part in research projects.

Various assessment procedures are used including coursework, essays, reports and project work.

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Archaeology and Heritage Studies BA (Hons) (Single Honours) DV44 BA/AHS

It is also possible to study this degree in combination with other courses. The UCAS Codes for these combinations are:

Archaeology and Heritage Studies BA (Hons) and:

	Course Code	Short form of course

Art & Design	WN19	BA/ArtHtg
Business Management	NN29	BA/BusHtg
Computing	VG4L	Mod/AHSC
Creative Digital Media	VWK2	BA/AHStCDM
Graphic Design & Multimedia	VW24	BA/AHSGDM
Digital Film Production	VW46	BA/AHSDFP
Ecology	VD44	Mod/AHSE
Education Studies	NX93	BA/EdsHtg
English & Literary Studies	NQ93	BA/EngHtg
Film Studies	VP43	BA/AHSE
Geography	LN79	Mod/GeHt
Graphic Design & Mutimedia	WV24	BA/AHSGDM
History	NV91	BA/HtgHis
Human Geography	VL47	BA/AHSHG
Media & Cultural Studies	NP93	BA/HtgMcs
Physical Geography	VF48	Mod/AHSPG
Sociology	LN39	BA/HtgSoc

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The course opens up a host of exciting career paths in the arts, archaeology, environmental management, local government and planning, the media and museums.

This is also an ideal base for postgraduate study.

Student Profile:

Amy Forster
Archaeology and Heritage Studies BA (Hons)
Hometown: Worcester

"The course is really exciting - one of my favourite experiences so far has been going on a week-long dig in Somerset. I was enjoying the course so much, that I decided to co-found an Archaeology Students Society, which is a great way to meet new people and to get special access to sites."

What can the course offer me?

Archaeology and Heritage Studies is a course that focuses on Britain's past: how it is 'discovered', presented and interpreted; and what we can learn about the past - and the present - from these processes. It will develop your intellectual and practical skills in a subject that is interesting and exciting.

Is this the right course for me?

One way of finding out is to watch some of the excellent television series like Time Team or the House Detectives. If the content interests you, along with the issues raised concerning the conservation and preservation of artefacts, buildings and landscapes, then you would be wise to consider this course!

What study facilities are available?

Along with the library, computer and lecture room facilities available to all University of Worcester students, those studying Archaeology and Heritage Studies may make use of the specialist collections of the Worcestershire Archaeological Service and the laboratory, field and GIS equipment held by the Institute of Science and the Environment.

What skills can I develop?

You can develop your research skills, including those that are library-based or demand field observation and measurement; oral and written communication.

What are the career opportunities?

Graduates may wish to employ their specific subject-based skills by working in local Archaeology Services, Archaeological Consultants, Planning Departments, Museum Services, or the various Civil Service Agencies.