r/AskArchaeology

I have always wondered if there is evidence of older civilizations and if so, where and how old.

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I am currently doing some research on the fall of the Bronze Age, but I only tend to find differences between eras rather than similarities. What are the main characteristics that these two eras have in common?

Kind of what it says on the tin! I'm a Socal undergrad who's a cultural anthropology major, but I really wanna explore archaeology. Unfortunately, my school doesn't have any lab or archaeology courses (besides one that's theory).

Where do I even start? Is it possible to get my feet wet to see if it's something I would want to pursue?

Is it a good idea to participate in an archaeology field school that doesn’t offer RPA certification? This would be my first dig, so I want to make sure I’m choosing a solid and worthwhile program.

Hey All! I hope this is the right place to ask this kind of question, if not i'm sorry, but my advisors were not helpful so this is my next best bet. For some background, I am currently a freshman in biochemistry at a florida university who's on the pre-med track and kinda hates their life despite my love of science. I have always been interested in history, anthropology, and archaeology, and I have been debating between sticking with medicine and toughing it out for a $400,000+ paycheck (I would want to go into radio-oncology) or perusing my passion of history and archeology. Right now I am thinking I would get a duel degree in Anthropology and Ancient history, with minors in classical civilization (the closest thing to an archaeology minor offered) and either middle eastern studies/ medieval studies for my other minor (one per degree). I would then try and get my masters and do field work/research, and get a phD in something specialized (whatever i decide my concentration is i guess) and then go teach for an institution that would also allow me to work on dig cites. Is this possible/ realistic? does it sound like i would prefer a CRM job? should I just thug it out and get better pay? help!

Im a highschool senior wanting to become a CRM in the future to try the field out. I know there is a decent amount of science in archaeology(geology,chemistry,physics and forensics?) but just how dominant is science in the field of archaeology in undergrad graduate university programs?

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What is a Rudiment in Archeology?

I have an upcoming presentation in my archeology major. My topic are Rudiments but beside Oscar Montelius and his literature I have nothing to work with. Does anyone have further literature for me?

Hey I really have a big question. I've always been interested in archeology and anthropology. Where do I start school wise? What is field school? My pipe dream of an end goal is to eventually be able to uncover the labyrinth in Crete that the Nazis used as a bunker. I just really like uncovering the past and finding out what's there. I want to help decipher lost languages hopefully minoan and the vinca.

Hello everyone! I am a soon-to-be graduate of Vermont State University, and for my undergraduate thesis, I have created a survey for any archaeologists interested. To keep it short, my thesis examines the intersection between the concrete industry and the archeological excavation process. As more of the world is covered in concrete by urbanization, I am wondering how this may affect current and future archaeologists during excavation. A part of my senior thesis is a survey I have created, which includes a few simple questions about your archaeological experience and your personal experiences or predictions regarding concrete.

It would mean a lot to me if you guys could check this out. I am looking for a good pool of different experiences!

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I am 20F from Ontario currently in my third year of University. I haven’t done a field school because I can’t afford the tuition + the money I would lose from taking time off work to do it. I decided despite my lack of experience I would apply for field tech positions regardless - and I got hired! The only experience I have is taking 3 archaeology theory classes but other than that nothing. So if you’re feeling like you won’t land anything without experience, I promise you’ll get something!

I know that their population grew and then collapsed, and that the period of collapse coincided with evidence of violence and disorder.

But what happened during and after this process? Did their populations relocate? Disappear? We’re they replaced by outsiders? I haven’t been able to find a clear description of how LBK populations responded to the period of instability and population collapse.

Is the general effect of this period on LBK populations known, or is it still unclear?

I’m about to graduate high school in a week and I want to go into archeology especially classical archeology! My two options so far are university of Arkansas(closer to home but SUPER expensive) or I can go overseas to Greece to the university of Athens(cheaper). Does any one have advice

Just started coursework for my history class & decided to do something on the Romans as, well, I expect everyone here should understand why. I decided to do about the reasons for Rome’s success throughout the Punic Wars (individuals, the senate, differences in military construction, Carthaginian mismanagement etc.) as it overlaps with some studying I’m doing on Nepos’ biography of Hannibal.

However, we have to reference primary sources & do some in depth analysis on them. Obviously there’s Polybius and Livy after the fact, but I was wondering if anyone knows any good places to find primary sources from the time? Whether it be archaeological evidence, written records/accounts or any other kinds of source.

Many thanks to anyone who has any suggestions.

I’m a agricultural soil scientist, and I don’t know more about archaeology than the average person. I will teach a 4-day intensive class to archaeology students who are about to graduate in Canada.

This is their only soil-related course in their 3-year university program. I will cover basic soil science concepts, then dive into soil formation and classification. An outside researcher will give a talk on soil micromorphology in archaeology, and we will end with some lab and field work. The main goal of the class is for students to be able to observe, describe, and classify soils and their main morphological features.

The previous teacher said that every year, students finish their bachelor's degree feeling disappointed that they did not learn about how soils and archaeology are connected. I have decided to cut back on a presentation on mineral atomic organization, which gives me some space to add content.

Could you help me with the following for my upcoming class:

* What key soil science concepts or themes are essential for archeology students?

* Are there any reliable resources you recommend for adding a short section on the connection between soils and archeology?

* Do you have any other resources or comments to help me better understand what someone with a bachelor’s degree in archeology might do in the workplace?

* Anything else to keep my students engaged and interested!

From a motivated, but overwhelmed lecturer

As mentioned above i’m super lost on what to get. This is my first time working in the field and i would love some recommendations on what i should be buying for clothing. I’m a 22F and will be working in ontario, where it can definitely get pretty hot and humid some days.

The company gave us a list of what we need but not necessarily specifics. Here is the list: Boots that are CSA approved, field or rain pants, breathable long sleeves, water bottle, backpack, rain jacket, sun hat.

I actually already own CSA approved boots from a previous job but from what i read online they aren’t water proof. Does this mean i need to buy a new pair?

I would also love any recommendations from other women in the field about what the best underwear, bra, and socks are!!

In the eastern United States.

I’m an Anthro undergrad aiming for CRM after graduation. One of my classmates has completed her field school and is wrapping up her last semester and she’s already been hired at a CRM firm and is going through onboarding. She told me the starting pay is $23.50 an hour.

I’m planning to start at the same company once I get my field school done and I was wondering if this is a good entry level wage for his position? And what does the upward mobility look like?

I'm a third year archeology student considering both options. My GPA is not really good though so I feel like I'd have to upgrade my credits to be able to apply for the former.

The MA is two years and the Museum Curator program is a diploma that does not care about GPA that is 1.5 - 2 years depending on the specific.

What are both options like? What is the pay like? What is the experience like?