Archaeological Science
专业详情
The MPhil in Archaeological Science aims to introduce students to the main theories and research approaches in archaeological science, particularly within the fields of archaeological materials science, environmental archaeology and biomolecular archaeology. The aims include:
- to provide a wide-ranging and challenging introduction to the theoretical issues involved in archaeological science;
- to provide an in-depth understanding of approaches to scientific analysis and interpretation in the context of archaeological research;
- to foster the ability to develop original research questions and to explore them effectively using scientific methods;
- to provide training relevant to a professional and/or research career in archaeological science.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this MPhil, students should have:
- Gained a detailed understanding of current theoretical and practical perspectives in archaeological science.
- Developed their critical faculties in a discussion, debate, and evaluation of alternative interpretations and perspectives on scientific data.
- Developed transferable skills such as writing, presentation, data analysis and laboratory protocols
- Carried through a substantial programme of independent research embodied in a dissertation on a topic that demonstrates theoretical understanding and practical competence in science-based archaeological analysis and interpretation.
