Field work and field trips

One reason why the Department of Archaeology attracts such a high calibre of students is that it offers such great opportunities for practical field work.
Field work is usually carried out during the summer vacation and involves participation in an approved excavation. You are free to choose the project, although many students prefer to work on an excavation organised by a member of staff. At present, staff have field projects in Italy, Poland, Greece, Bulgaria, Syria and Britain. You will have an unforgettable experience, and who knows what you might find!

Field trips (as distinct from field work) can vary in length between one day and one week. Day trips may involve visits to local and national museums, or local archaeological sites. The longer trips include visits to Hadrian’s Wall and to early Christian sites in Ireland.

Find out more about current field work and field trips.