Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Geographical and Archaeological Sciences] From University College Cork

Geography and Archaeology are closely related disciplines, concerned with concepts of time and space in relation to human culture and landscape. This BA offers a broad foundation in both, with relevant teaching in the areas of computer science, earth science and environmental science. The aim is to provide you with a wide range of vocational skills relevant to Geography and Archaeology that are also transferable to other areas of employment.Advanced learning and training is provided in the core disciplines.The archaeology course includes modules on environmental archaeology, the study of human remains, and advanced teaching on Irish prehistory and the archaeology of historic Ireland. You will also take a module on professional practice, which introduces the main employment areas in the discipline. Geography teaching includes courses on geoinformatics and remote sensing, on heritage, geomorphology and urban geography.You will also undertake a research dissertation in either archaeology or geography.