93166 - Fieldwork, Museum Stage, Heritage Stage (Lm)

Learning outcomes

By the end of the course students will have a thorough knowledge of the practical activities relating to the work of the archaeologist through field work experience (excavations and surveys) or in public bodies (Museums, Superintendencies for the archaeological heritage, Local Institutes responsible for protection of the Cultural Heritage, Bodies organizing events related to archaeological tourism, specialized publishing in the archaeological sector). They will acquire knowledge related to practical activities and develop an independence of judgment when it comes to solving specific problems, or proposing specific projects or research work. Likewise, they will be able to communicate to a diverse public, as well as apply and update their skills within the three areas envisaged by the Programme: historical-artistic and epigraphic, with particular reference to methodology.

Course contents

Hands on practice is a crucial component of the Applied Critical Archaeology and Heritage programme.

When students take part to practical activities, credits (CFU) are registered only at the end, after the overall amount of 12 credits has been reached. Various activities can contribute to this overall balance: excavation and survey, as well as other approved activities for which there is a formal agreement with UNIBO.

Readings/Bibliography

There is no suggested literature for this activity, but information on the archaeological projects conducted at the DiSCI is here, while the list of available fieldwork opportunities can be retrieved here.

Teaching methods

Practicals foreseen for this module involve always teaching through direct engagement with archaeological and heritage research and practice.

Assessment methods

Credits (CFU) are assigned according to the following indications:

Participation to an excavation/survey campaing for one week = 2 CFU;

Participation to a laboratory = 2 CFU;

Other activities (one week) = 2 CFU

Teaching tools

There are no additional teaching tools for this module.

Office hours

See the website of Francesco Iacono