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TRENTU.CA / Future Students / Undergraduate / Programs / Archaeology

Archaeology

Join one of the largest and most esteemed Archaeology programs in Canada, and learn from faculty experts who cross disciplinary boundaries, including the Canada Research Chair in Environmental Archeology.
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Uncovering the ancient past can be a fulfilling pathway to your future. Study archaeology in one of the most diverse programs in Canada. Your studies will focus on the material history of human culture, studying artifacts, architecture, and ancient environments, and build confidence in presenting your findings. You’ll learn the field methods and lab techniques used to examine physical evidence, as well as theories archaeologists use to understand the ancient cultures and past civilizations of the Americas, Asia, Europe, and the pre- Classical and Classical Mediterranean world.

Degrees Offered:

  • B.A.
  • B.A. (Honours)
  • B.Sc.
  • B.Sc. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Peterborough

Specializations:

  • Bioarchaeology
  • Environmental Archaeology
  • Mediterranean Archaeology
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  • Perform hands-on research (even during your undergrad degree!) in specialized on-campus labs for bioarchaeology, remote sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), archaeozoology, and lithic and ceramic analysis
  • Immerse yourself in the global community and engage with professors conducting ongoing research in the Arctic, Asia, Canada, Central and South America, Europe, the Mediterranean and North Africa
  • Spend a summer unearthing the past as you excavate and seek to understand the remains of ancient civilizations through our summer field study experiences in Ontario, Belize, and Greece
  • Master the latest techniques of chemical analysis to better understand how humans interacted with past environments through the Trent Environmental Archaeology Laboratory
Belize Field School, led by Dr. Helen Haines, provides students with the opportunity to excavate an ancient Maya ruin
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"The Archaeology program at Trent is a really tight-knit community which is great for learning.The professors are really friendly and approachable."

Kaitlyn McMullen

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Archaeology Museum Curators & Conservators

Conservators restore and conserve artifacts belonging to museums, galleries and owners of cultural property. Curators recommend the acquisition of museum artifacts and gallery works of art and research their artistic history. Conservators and curators are employed in museums, art galleries and universities. Conservators may be self-employed.

$17.89-$44.75/hr
Salary Range
14,200
Jobs in Canada
5,300
10YR Job Outlook
Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

  • Archaeological Field Technician
  • Archaeologist
  • Archaeotourism Professional
  • Archivist
  • Cultural Resource Manager
  • First Nations Liaison Officer
  • Entrepreneur
  • Heritage Management Consultant
  • Laboratory Supervisor
  • Museum Curator
  • Teacher

Popular Courses:

  • Archaeology I: Accessing the Past
  • Archaeology of Natural Disasters
  • Human Osteology
  • Egyptian Archaeology
  • Environmental Archaeology
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Human-Animal Interactions
  • Mortuary Archaeology
  • Palaeopathology
  • The Trojan War
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Belize Field School, led by Dr. Helen Haines, provides students with the opportunity to excavate an ancient Maya ruin

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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Related Programs

  • Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (Co-op Available)
  • History (Co-op Available)
  • Anthropology
  • Biology
  • Anthropology M.A.

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