Exploring the Archaeological Realm
The Bachelor of Arts in Archaeological Sciences offers an immersive exploration into the depths of archaeological methods and theories. While students have the option to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Archaeological Sciences, this program stands as a foundational pathway for those drawn to the intricate world of archaeology.
Unveiling Archaeological Frontiers
As one of the five options within the Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Archaeological Sciences is a recommended choice for those seeking a comprehensive study of archaeological methods and data analysis. This option provides a robust introduction to the rigorous examination of archaeological data, fostering specialized laboratory, analytical, and field skills crucial for comprehending contemporary issues in archaeological sciences.
Fostering Critical Archaeological Insight
The curriculum places special emphasis on instilling a logical framework behind archaeological arguments, empowering students to articulate sound reasoning within the field. Completing this option equips individuals to pursue careers in both private (e.g., cultural research management firms) and public (e.g., National Park Service, Forestry Service) sectors. Additionally, it serves as a strong foundation for those aspiring to advance into graduate studies in archaeology.
Transcripted Recognition and Career Prospects
The Archaeological Sciences option appears on students’ official academic transcripts, highlighting their academic expertise in archaeology. This recognition can significantly bolster applications to graduate programs or employment opportunities within the field.
Accessible and Inclusive Option
This option welcomes all Anthropology majors without a competitive selection process, offering an inclusive pathway into the realm of archaeology.
Field Experience and Curriculum Guidance
Field experience, particularly through UW-faculty led archaeology field schools like ARCHY 270, is highly recommended. Such practical exposure and participation in non-UW research or Cultural Resource Management (CRM) projects can contribute towards the 'approved courses' credits. Collaboration with archaeology faculty before embarking on field experiences ensures suitability and alignment with the Archaeological Sciences option. The curriculum forecast serves as a useful tool for scheduling courses to fulfill option requirements.
Embark on an enriching academic journey that unveils the intricacies of archaeological sciences, providing a robust foundation for careers and further studies in the captivating realm of archaeology.
BA in Archaeological Sciences (ASc) option requirements
ASc students are asked to take the following courses to complete their 55 anthropology credits:
Core Coursework (Required):
- Complete core anthropology courses: BIO A 201, any 5-credit 200-level ANTH course, and any 5-credit 200-level ARCHY course.
- Complete one statistics course chosen from CS&SS/SOC/STAT 221, STAT 220, STAT 311, Q SCI 381, BIOST 310, EDPSY 490, PSYCH 315, QMETH 201, or STAT 290. Occasionally other basic statistics courses may be accepted upon petition to the departmental advising office.
Specific Courses Required
Three classes from ARCHY 372/3, 410, 459, 465, 472/3, 480, 481, 482, 483, 484, 486, 495, 561 or BIO A 487
Approved Courses for ASc (Totaling 15 Credits from the Following List)
Strongly recommended:
- ARCHY 304 Archaeology of the Americas (5 credits)
- ARCHY 312 Looting & Loss: Middle Eastern Archaeology (5 credits)
- ARCHY 313 Ancient Technologies of the Near East (5 credits)
- ARCHY 319 Archaeology of Australia (5 credits)
- ARCHY 320 Archaeology of the Northwest Coast (5 credits)
- ARCHY 325 Archaeology of Island Southeast Asia and the Pacific (5 credits)
- ARCHY 345 Global Ethnoarchaeology (5 credits)
- ARCHY 369 Special Problems in Archaeology (3-6 credits, max 12 credits)
- ARCHY 377 Archaeology of the Arctic (5 credits)
- ARCHY 403 The Archaeology of Landscapes (5 credits)
- ARCHY 469 Special Studies in Archaeology (3-6 credits, max. 18 credits)
- ARCHY 472 Historical Archaeology (5 credits)
- ARCHY 473 Historical Archaeology Lab (3 credits)
- ARCHY 486 Geoarchaeology Laboratory (5 credits)
- ARCHY 489 Archaeology Practicum (2-9 credits, max. 15 credits)
- ARCHY 490 Museum Curation Practicum: Archaeology (1-5 credits, max. 15 credits)
- ARCHY 496 Computational Quantitative Methods In Archaeology (3 credits)
- ARCHY 499 Undergraduate Research (max. 12 credits)
- ARCHY 270 Field Course in Archaeology. Note that five credits of this course will count to the ASc option. Credits may also be granted for other relevant field experience, please consult with a member of the archaeology faculty before undertaking field experience to ensure that it is appropriate for the ASc.
Also recommended:
- ANTH 461 Historical Ecology
- BIO A 388 Human Fossils and Evolution I (5 credits)
- BIO A 389 Human Fossils and Evolution II (5 credits)
- BIO A 487 Human and Comparative Osteology (5 credits)
- BIO A 491 Issues in Human Paleontology (5 credits)
- CL AR 340 Pre-Classical Art and Archaeology (3 credits)
- CL AR 341 Greek Art and Archaeology (3 credits)
- CL AR 342 Roman Art and Archaeology (3 credits)
- CL AR 343 Hellenistic Art and Archaeology (3 credits)
- CL AR 447 The Archaeology of Early Italy (3 credits)
- CL AR 448 The Archaeology of Italy (3 credits)
- ESRM 413 Soil Genesis and Classification (5 credits)
- ESRM 416 Field Survey of Wildland Soils (5 credits)
- ESS 455 Stratigraphy (5 credits)
- ESS 456 Depositional Environments (5 credits)
- ESS 459 Environmental Isotope Geology (5 credits)
- ESS 461 Geological Time (5 credits)
- ESS 554 Paleoclimate Proxies (5 credits)
- ESS 589 Paleoclimatology: Data, Modeling and Theory (5 credits)
- Q SCI 381 Introduction to Probability and Statistics (5 credits)
- Q SCI 482 Statistical Inference in Applied Research I: Hypothesis Testing and Estimation for Ecologists and Resource Managers (5 credits)
- Q SCI 483 Statistical Inference in Applied Research II: Regression Analysis for Ecologists and Resource Managers (5 credits)