13May
UndergraduateCourse summary
This Archaeology programme with a Foundation Year offers a fantastic chance to dive into the fascinating world of the past. Designed for those who want to build their knowledge and skills, this course combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences. You will learn from experienced experts who engage in the latest field research, and you will engage in practical archaeological investigations. This mix of learning will help you develop valuable skills that will support you during your studies and in your future career. Archaeology is about understanding the human past through the artefacts left behind by people. This includes examining items like stone tools, pottery, and bones. By studying these materials, you can uncover how ancient people lived and how their societies were structured. This process involves exploring how humans interacted with their environment and how their beliefs shaped the things they created. A key part of this programme is looking at the bigger picture. You will study historic buildings, monuments, and landscapes to understand how humans have shaped the land and how environmental changes influenced their lives. It is also essential to learn about the beliefs and identities of past societies, including how they viewed themselves and others in life and death. Gaining this knowledge helps us understand how human development has influenced the world we inhabit today. To be successful in archaeology, it is crucial to consider theoretical and ethical questions. You will explore important topics such as heritage, representation, and how technology affects our understanding of the past. Furthermore, you will learn how digital applications can enhance our knowledge of ancient societies. By investigating these areas, you can gain insights into how the human body, mind, and ideas have evolved over time. This four-year degree programme is structured to help you develop a wide range of skills across various fields of study. You will learn essential archaeological methods that allow you to examine and interpret the human past. This includes using advanced technology to study ancient DNA and artefacts. You will also participate in field research, providing you with the opportunity to apply what you have learned in real-world contexts. By the end of your studies, you will have a deeper understanding of archaeology and the human past. You will acquire the skills necessary to explore how people lived and how their lives have shaped the world today. This programme is designed to prepare you for a future in archaeology and related fields, opening doors to further study and a variety of exciting career opportunities.
Modules
The first year provides essential skills for academic success. You will engage with modules such as Academic Survival Skills and Introduction to University Life, helping you transition into university. Other topics, like Independent Investigation and Academic Writing, will boost your research and writing abilities. Optional modules allow you to explore themes such as Understanding Literature and Talking to the Dead, enriching your understanding of the humanities. In the second year, you will delve into the fundamentals of archaeology and the humanities. Core modules like Introduction to Archaeology and Exploring the Humanities provide a foundation for understanding various cultures and societies, from ancient Egypt to the Near East. Optional modules allow you to examine topics such as Death, Burial, and the Afterlife and Myths and Mythology, enhancing your appreciation for human interaction with the environment. The third year focuses on applying your knowledge to more complex topics. You will explore how artefacts and archaeological methods inform our understanding of past behaviours and societal structures. Through optional modules such as Heritage and Archaeology of Conflict and Excavation and Fieldwork, you will gain practical experience and refine your analytical skills, examining how societies confronted challenges throughout history. In your final year, you will undertake a significant Independent Project, allowing you to investigate a personal area of interest in depth. You will explore specialised topics through optional modules like Ancestors, Death, and Burial and Excavating the Past. This year emphasises practical fieldwork and research, preparing you for a career in archaeology or further academic study, and integrating all the knowledge and skills you have gained throughout your degree. For a full list of modules please refer to the course web page: https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/programme-courses/undergraduate/history-and-archaeology/archaeology-foundation-year-full-time
Assessment method
The programme is assessed in a variety of ways. It will include several of the following type of assessment: essays of 1,000 to 4,000 words in length, document analysis, book/ journal reviews, short reports and reflective journals, time tests, field journals, posters, group and individual presentations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- ARF1
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- Carmarthen Campus
- Campus code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
Visa and funding requirements If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
Applicants are usually expected to hold a minimum of GCSE level education. Grades are important; however, our offers are not solely based on academic results. We are interested in creative people that demonstrate a strong commitment to their chosen subject area and therefore we welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. To assess student suitability for their chosen course we normally arrange interviews for all applicants at which your skills, achievements and life experience will be considered as well as your qualifications.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of English
https://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15525 | Year 1 |
| International | £15525 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The Faculty has estimated on the assumption that students buy new copies of the books. Students may also choose to spend money on printing drafts of work.
Students may spend up to £300 per year on books and additional related materials.
Students are expected to submit 2 hard copies of their final project, the estimated cost for binding these is £20.
Optional Field trip:
The faculty works to ensure that there is a range of fieldwork and field trip options available both locally and internationally. Thus students can opt to take either more expensive or less expensive placements. The Faculty subsidises these but the cost each year is dependent on airfare, location, and currency exchange rates. Below are the upper end of expected costs based on where students have currently done placements.
Fieldwork (depending on where the student decides to do fieldwork): c. £500 - £1,500
Individual trips: c. £5 - £50
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP