Department of Archaeology - Durham University

Durham Archaeology has been ranked one of the top Archaeology Departments in The Times' prestigious Good University Guide for 2010. This achievement sits alongside its recent success in the 2008 Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) where it was ranked the best Archaeology Department in the UK, with the highest percentage of World Class and Internationally Excellent-rated research.

"The Times' results are particularly pleasing", said Prof. Robin Coningham, Pro-Vice Chancellor for the Faculty of Social Sciences and Health. "as they clearly show that our research strengths are matched by our teaching strengths. We successfully balance strong standards with excellent student satisfaction and, as importantly, the highest graduate employment prospects in the subject!"

What do these recent results really mean for prospective students? Original and innovative research means that you can expect to be taught by world-leading experts. We invite you to actively participate in our research environment through seminars, conferences, workshops and fieldwork. We are also strongly committed to providing an exciting and vibrant student experience, and a degree that makes our students amongst the most employable in the country, not just for archaeological careers but in a wide range of occupations.

If you want to find out more about our undergraduate and postgraduates courses, research degrees, or our research activities, please browse our website or contact us.

Dr Mark White
Head of Department

News

Contemporary and Competing Vistas: Public Perceptions of Wearmouth and Jarrow

Applications are invited for a 12 month full-time, fully funded MA by Research studentship, hosted at the Department of Archaeology, Durham University, tenable from the 1st February 2010 until submission of the final thesis by the 31st January 2011.

The geographical focus of the studentship is the twin monastery of Wearmouth and Jarrow and their wider monastic landscape. The project aims to capture a sense of contemporary public understanding and reception of both the monuments and their impact on the surroundings.

Applicants should hold a first degree in Archaeology, Heritage Studies or related fields, at 2:1 level or higher, however, applicants with higher qualifications or related experience are also welcome to apply. The award comprises a contribution towards fees and an annual stipend to support living and subsistence. Applications are invited by the closing date of the 30th November 2009. For further details on the studentship and application process please see the attached document. To discuss applying or to clarify any further details please contact Dr. Sarah Semple, Department of Archaeology, Durham University by phone or e-mail [+191 334 1115; s.j.semple@durham.ac.uk].

(28 Oct 2009)