University of York
Master of Arts in Iron Age and Celtic Archaeology
The Master of Arts in Iron Age and Celtic Archaeology in History is offered by University of York.
Program Length: 2 YEARS.
Master of Arts in Iron Age and Celtic Archaeology offered by the University of York
Uncover the reality behind the ancient CeltsDiscover more about the ancient Celts and their encounters with the Greek and Roman world.The European Iron Age is a dynamic focus of contemporary archaeological research. This course takes an interdisciplinary approach, studying archaeological evidence alongside classical literary sources, and examines the impact of new scientific analysis.You'll discuss the nature of Celtic identity and the broader meaning of ethnicity in past societies. Scientific developments, for example in ancient DNA research, will inform our ideas and spark new debates.You can tailor the course with options covering a huge range of topics, including landscape, society, animals, conservation, and scientific techniques such as isotope and ancient DNA analysis. The skills you develop in laboratory and fieldwork will be useful for careers or further research in archaeology and heritage.This is the only UK masters specialising in European Iron Age archaeology. The University of York is establishing itself as a major centre for research on the period, and the Department of Archaeology is home to staff with specialist expertise in the field.
Course contentTwo core modules (40 credits) focus on the Iron Age peoples of Europe and the British Isles between 800BC and AD400. You'll examine and interpret evidence which gives insights into the nature of ancient Celtic identity, culture and beliefs.Six option modules (60 credits) allow you to focus on your particular interests and develop a range of specialist skills, from geographic information systems to experimental archaeology.The course culminates in a dissertation (80 credits), which gives you the chance to investigate a relevant topic of your choice.Core modulesThe Ancient Celts: Archaeology and Identity in Iron Age Europe (20 credits)Life and Death in Iron Age Britain and Ireland (20 credits)
Option modulesYou will choose two further 20-credit modules and four 5-credit 'skills' modules from our full range of options. Examples may include:Roman Europe (20 credits)Death, Burial and Commemoration in the Roman World (20 credits)The Archaeology of Human Bones (20 credits)Debates in Funerary Archaeology (20 credits)Landscape and Earthworks Survey (5 credits)Perspectives in Landscape Research (5 credits)Please note, modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff.