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Archaeology is the study of people, cultures, and human environments in the distant and recent past. A major in archaeology will help you develop a global perspective, an understanding of diverse cultures and places, an appreciation for the complexities of cultural heritage, and a long view of human history. Our majors work closely with faculty in field projects, analytical labs, and the classroom to gain expertise in different and the shared aspects of human cultures, the importance of cultural heritage, and how archaeology plays an important role in international relations, territorial claims, climate change research, national movements, and other aspects of the modern world. Students also learn about the appropriate applications of quantitative analysis and the assumptions that underlie them, including through participation in archaeological fieldwork and hands-on work with archaeological artifacts in laboratory and museum settings. In addition to skills specific to the discipline, courses help hone analytical and writing skills that are valuable in many different fields. Archaeology is interdisciplinary by nature students are encouraged to double major in related fields such as anthropology, biology, classics, computer science, Earth and environment, history of art and architecture, international relations, history, and more.Learning OutcomesStudents graduating with a major in Archaeology are able to:Demonstrate knowledge of history of archaeological theory.Demonstrate knowledge of the archaeological record of multiple world regions.Apply methods of archaeological analysis to material remains common to archaeological datasets.Participate in a significant archaeological research experience.Incorporate their core knowledge of archaeological methods, theory, cases, and ethical issues to evaluating, in written and oral form, contemporary debates concerning the study and understanding of the human past.
