There are archaeological sites all around us: hillforts and stone circles, Roman towns, ancient fields and roads. During this course, we will venture out and look at the archaeological landscape.
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Accredited courses include undergraduate and postgraduate level courses.
The bow and arrow represents a significant development in projectile technology that dates back as much as 80,000 years ago. Join us to explore the complexities and implications of this technology for early modern human hunter-gatherers.
Explore the world of Ancient Egypt through the objects left behind in tombs. From iconic pieces to lesser-known finds, uncover the stories behind them, then visit the Ashmolean Museum to discover the challenges faced by today’s curators and conservators.
Next year (2027) marks the Millennium of the birth of William the Conqueror. Perhaps the most important, and enigmatic King in English History. This course will trace his achievements, his failures and most importantly his legacy as King of England.
Step into the world of Biblical Archaeology and uncover the secrets of ancient Israel and Judah. Explore how discoveries and artifacts bring the Hebrew Bible to life, while debating the connections between history, interpretation, and faith.
In World Archaeology we explore the emergence of past societies in multiple regions of the Earth. Some are mysterious and lost in the mists of time, while others underpin cultures that exist in our world today.
The art of prehistoric Europe is rich with imagery such as cave paintings, carvings, body ornamentation and frescoes. This course considers a range of sites and artefacts in our exploration of the unique and creative ways people visualised their world.
Explore the unique role of applied anthropology in addressing major global challenges of our time. Learn how an integrated understanding of social and cultural dynamics can make the difference between life and death, and change the way you view the world.
This course introduces the archaeology of ancient South Asia. From the mighty Himalayas in the north to the waters of the Indian Ocean in the south, we will explore the archaeology and very early history of the region from 3000 to 500 BCE.
Have you always wanted to know more about archaeology? Get started on the concepts & methods of modern archaeology, including geophysics, excavation, finds analysis & survey. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to archaeology for beginners.
Aphrodite, the Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty, has complex origins, reach and significance. Join us to explore her and other Ancient Greek Divinities through art, archaeology, literature and a visit to the Ashmolean's Aphrodite exhibition.
Explore Roman Britain through the archaeology of Roman Oxfordshire. Over 10 weeks, examine conquest, identity, religion, landscapes, and daily life through lectures, seminars, museum visits, and field trips to major Roman sites.
