Location
Streatham Campus, Exeter
This programme explores experimental archaeology's potential as a powerful research method, an effective educational tool and an excellent medium for public outreach.
You will receive a sound practical and theoretical grounding in scientific use of experiments in archaeological research. The programme will give you practical experience of experiments related to archaeological and taphonomic processes and the production of a range of material culture types including ceramics, stone tools, metals and a range of organic materials.
The role of experiments and ‘reconstructions’ in education and public outreach is investigated through classes, practical activities, field visits and educational observations. Links with professionals, such as museums and independent establishments, provide opportunities for practical work based on a sound appreciation of theory. We have recently linked up with Time Team to collaborate on experiments and reconstructions that will contribute to their television programmes.
The University has established an outdoor centre on its Streatham Campus to provide a location for both short- and long-term experimental archaeology research. The programmes involve practical work and fieldtrips, and offers the opportunity for some modules to be studied via WebCT.
