MA Prehistoric Landscape Archaeology
University of York
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Explore topical issues ranging from human-environment interaction to rock art in the landscape, with unparallelled access to rich natural resources for landscape study in the Yorkshire Moors, Dales and Wolds.Gain a unique perspective on landscape archaeology as you focus on human ecology and the interactions of people with their environments. Youll examine case studies from many different periods and areas around the world to understand different approaches to the study of landscape change. ...Read more

Explore topical issues ranging from human-environment interaction to rock art in the landscape, with unparallelled access to rich natural resources for landscape study in the Yorkshire Moors, Dales and Wolds.

Gain a unique perspective on landscape archaeology as you focus on human ecology and the interactions of people with their environments. You'll examine case studies from many different periods and areas around the world to understand different approaches to the study of landscape change. You'll also investigate the varying lifeways of humans through the ages, and how people have interacted with the natural world since early prehistory.

With guidance from leading researchers and experienced academics, you'll develop your understanding of the recognition, recording, interpretation and conservation of archaeological landscapes and build key practical skills in surveying, GIS, geoarchaeology and aerial photography.

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This course will build up your knowledge and understanding of research methods, as well as providing a thorough grounding in the fundamental concepts, techniques and current debates relevant to landscape archaeology. You'll be able to understand and critically assess information sources, gather and organise information and arguments to form independent and develop presentation skills through the delivery of seminar papers on a diverse range of topics.

All of these skills are applicable to wide range of careers in archaeology, landscape conservation and beyond, as well as further study, research and academia.

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Lona
03 Nov 23

York is a great place to study archaeology, with how it's surrounded by so much history and has some of the best research places. The buildings on campus, however, are slightly..Read more

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent in Archaeology, Anthropology or a related field. We also consider applicants who have a 2:2 degree and relevant work experience. Other qualifications and experience: Mature students or those with less conventional qualifications but with relevant experience in this field will be considered.

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£9,990 per year

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£22,250 per year

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MSc Early Prehistory and Human Origins
York is a great place to study archaeology, with how it's surrounded by so much history and has some of the best research places. The buildings on campus, however, are slightly...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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