Archaeology and Ancient Studies, B.A.

The interdisciplinary program of archaeology and ancient studies offers students the opportunity to engage with past peoples through multiple lenses, combining visual, textual and material evidence to generate new perspectives. Using the campus as a natural laboratory, studies integrate elements from various disciplines, including history, arts management, philosophy, environmental science, visual studies, and engineering.

What Can You Do With a Degree in Archaeology and Ancient Studies?

~ Historical museums/cultural resource management

~ Surveying/Excavation

~ Teaching & Research

~ Nonprofit management

~ Library/Information science

~ Law

Choose ONE of the following tracks

Choose either Archaeology or Ancient Studies and complete the track course requirements.

Archaeology Track

(36 credit hours)

Required

Complete all of the following for the ancient studies major core (30 hours):

Senior Exercise

ARAS 452 - Senior Seminar in Archaeology and Ancient Studies CR: 3

Archaeology Major Electives

Choose one of the following courses (3 hours):

Ancient Studies Track

(36 credit hours)

Required

Complete all of the following courses for ancient studies core (30 hours):

Senior Exercise

ARAS 452 - Senior Seminar in Archaeology and Ancient Studies CR: 3

Ancient Studies Major Electives

Choose one from the following courses (3 hours):