Archaeology Minor
The interdisciplinary minor in archaeology is intended to introduce students to the global importance of archaeology and its value as a mode of scholarly inquiry.
Requirements
Requirements for the minor in archaeology can be found in the Undergraduate Catalogue and on the Department of Classics website. They include:
- One introductory course prerequisite: ANTH240, CLAS180 or ARTH200 (3 credits).
- One 300-level course, “Archaeological Methods and Practice,” cross-listed as ANTH305, CLAS305, ARTH305 and JWST319Y (3 credits).
- Approved courses offering fieldwork experience (3 to 6 credits).
- Supporting-area courses (6 to 9 credits).
It is recommended that students meet with either ARTH's Director of Undergraduate Studies or Academic Advisor to discuss the minor, however, for admission to the minor, students must coordinate with the Department of Classics and their Director of Undergraduate Studies, Jorge Bravo III at jbravo@umd.edu. To schedule an appointment, contact arthadvisor@umd.edu.
Alumni
Our graduates go on to work in a variety of fields that include arts and cultural [heritage] management, education, museum work (curatorial, education, conservation), marketing and communications, human resources, law, medicine and even advanced research. Learn more about their achievements.
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