Archaeological Excavation Course
This course equips you to handle full archaeological digs, from setting up grids and recording layers to recovering artefacts, applying conservation, following ethics, and producing detailed reports. You'll run pro-level excavations yielding solid, publishable findings in humanities research, ready for real fieldwork challenges.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to plan and lead a 10x10m rescue excavation. Master local rules, permits, community talks, grid setup, digging plans, layer recording, artefact handling, safety measures, conservation basics, reporting rules, and stakeholder updates for top-notch results.
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Develop skills
- Plan rescue excavations: outline 10x10m digs with solid goals and logistics.
- Carry out precise digs: establish grids, select units, track layers accurately.
- Document sites expertly: sketch plans, fill logs, take quality photos for publication.
- Handle and preserve finds: use top methods for recovery, labelling, stabilisation.
- Produce standard reports: satisfy legal, ethical, community expectations fully.
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