Carbon-14 Course
Gain expertise in radiocarbon dating from sampling in the field to advanced Bayesian calibration. Tailored for professionals, this course provides practical methods to minimise contamination, analyse AMS data, fix dating challenges, and develop strong site chronologies for accurate archaeological timelines.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a hands-on guide to radiocarbon dating, covering field sampling, contamination prevention, lab preparation, AMS analysis, and calibration techniques. You'll learn to select optimal samples, construct reliable Bayesian chronologies, troubleshoot dating errors, and effectively share results with teams and stakeholders.
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Develop skills
- Professional 14C sampling: gather, label, and ship samples without contamination.
- Lab pretreatment skills: ready wood, charcoal, bone, and fabrics for AMS testing.
- Bayesian modelling: create solid chronologies with precise age estimates.
- Spot dating problems: identify outliers, old wood effects, reservoirs, and contaminants.
- Clear communication: present calibrated dates and uncertainties to non-experts.
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