Course Description
Archaeology of Ancient Ireland (Certificate)
NUI Galway – Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development
This 1-year Archaeology of Ancient Ireland certificate course is open to anyone with an interest in the past. You will explore the whole story of Ireland’s archaeological past, enhancing skills essential in teaching about the Irish past or providing narratives in the heritage industry. The course is delivered by leading experts in Irish archaeology and you will experience both academic and field-based learning.
Archaeology is the study of the material remains of past human societies. The discipline covers a remarkable span of time and investigates some of the most profoundly important developments of the past. The wide scope of archaeology, in time, space and methodology, is one of the features that makes the subject so attractive to professional and amateur alike. There is something to interest everyone – whether your interests lie in exploring ancient monuments, the study of artefacts, the history of technology, or simply in the rich heritage of Ireland’s past.
The next intake for this course is 2022. The following two courses are going ahead in 2021: Archaeology of Ireland online (Diploma) & Archaeology of the Wild Atlantic Way (Certificate)
| College Name | NUI Galway – Centre for Adult Learning & Professional Development |
| Course Category | Archaeology, Humanities & Social Sciences |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Award / Certificate |
| Course Location | Galway, UK |
| Course Start Date | 1st September 2022 |
| Course Fee | 969 (Non EU €1,469) |
| Course Duration | 1 Year, part-time |
| Awarding Body | National University of Ireland Galway |
| Entry Requirements | There are no specific entry requirements for the Certificate in Archaeology and no previous knowledge of Archaeology is required. Candidates who are 21 years or over on or before January 1st of year of entry may gain entry to the programme on the basis of mature years. Candidates under 21 years should meet the minimum matriculation requirements as outlined on our FAQs section. |
| Career Path | Career Opportunities Career opportunities exist in heritage and tourism and in the museum and education sectors. The one-year timescale is particularly suited to professional enhancement. Who’s Suited to This Course It may be of particular interest to first and second level teachers and others interested in the contribution of archaeology to education, local studies, heritage studies and tourism. |
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