Flexible Learning Courses in Archaeology

Since 2003, the North-West of Ireland has been at the forefront of archaeological education in Ireland. As we continue to develop a new full-time online degree in archaeology, we have created a number of (10 and 15 credit) Special Purpose Awards that focus on particular areas of archaeological enquiry. 

Most of these are taught online, although some, like our Excavation and Buildings courses, include in-person components. Click on the links below to visit the individual course pages where you can check out all the details and apply.

Certificate in Archaeological Excavation & Post-Excavation (Level 6) Next enrolment Autumn 2024 for Spring 2025!

Certificate in Buildings Archaeology (Online & Level 7) Running September 2024 – Apply Now!

Certificate in Buildings Archaeology (Blended & Level 7) Running September 2024 – Apply Now!

Certificate in Introduction to Irish Archaeology (Online & Level 6) Running September 2024 – Apply Now!

Prehistoric Archaeology of Ireland and Europe (Level 6) Next enrolment Sept 2025

Irish Medieval History and Archaeology (Level 6)  Next enrolment Sept 2025

Certificate in Introduction to Archaeological Interpretation (Online & Level 7) Running September 2024 – Apply Now!

Certificate Ritual and Meaning in Archaeology (Level 7) Running September 2024 – Apply Now!

We also offer 2 online/in-person programmes designed primarily for North American students. The associated modules are at 6 credits rather than 5, making them more compatible with North American credit systems. These provide 12 and 18 ECT credits (equivalent to 6 and 9 Semester Credits).

Archaeological Excavation and Post-Excavation International (Level 6) Next enrolment Autumn 2024 for Spring 2025!

Archaeological Field Studies International (Level 6) Next enrolment Autumn 2024 for Spring 2025!