Grad Dip Mediterranean Archaeology

University College Dublin (UCD)

This programme uniquely brings together expertise from the School of Archaeology based in the College of Social Sciences and Law and the School of Classics based in the College of Arts and Humanities, making it a truly interdisciplinary programme. You will engage with critical analysis of Mediterranean archaeology ranging from key developments in theoretical discourse through to cutting-edge advances in archaeological science and access to hands-on artefact-focussed learning on our campus in Dublin and in the field. Our wide range of modules from the Schools of Archaeology and Classics will allow you to tailor a personal learning experience at UCD. Our Classical Museum provides unparalleled access to artefact collections that enhance learning across material culture research and museum studies and digital archaeology.

Modules are subject to change and may include: Analysing Mediterranean Pasts Classics in Action: Introduction to Mediterranean Archaeology Material Culture, Technology and Craft in the Classical Mediterranean Ancient Materialities Greek and Latin languages (beginner, intermediate or advanced levels Archaeology of Extreme Environments Roman Imperial Art, Architecture and Political Propaganda. Our faculty can supervise research on North Africa, Iberia, and the Central and Eastern Mediterranean from prehistory to Late Antiquity using archaeometric, archaeological, epigraphic, art-historical, landscape studies, literary and other approaches to provide comprehensive, dynamic support for your research. Through the Irish Institute of Hellenic Studies at Athens, we offer unique opportunities for on-the-ground learning in Greece.