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Archeology and Classics
Archeology and classics takes full advantage of
our locations in rome and our ability to view the
ancient past first-hand. we experience archeology
as it happens.
Rome is our classroom
Since I was a child I have dreamed of becoming an archeologist like Indiana Jones and unveiling the
mysteries of the world’s past. By coming to AUR my dreams have a chance of becoming a reality.
“O r f e o D i M i z i o
BA In Archeology and Classics
The degree in Archeology and Classics combines the
theoretical and the practical. In this major students learn
about all aspects of ancient Mediterranean civilizations.
Stewardship of our heritage is a major concern of modern
Archeology and our program recognizes this through
a component in Cultural Heritage Management.
Students have the opportunity to participate in practical
archaeological fieldwork through excavations. For
those who prefer written texts there is a comprehensive
program of the Classics in English plus the opportunity
to study Latin and Greek.
Recognizing the growing importance of popular History
and Archeology the department offers a sequence
of courses in film and media for students contemplating
this career path.
ARCHEOLOGY IN THE FIELD
There are many opportunities for students to interact
with archeology in the field. In the summer students
have the option to participate in the AUR field school at
the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Butrint in Southern
Albania. In this program, run in collaboration with
Albanian Heritage and the Albanian Institute of Archeology,
students learn the practical skills of excavation and
archeological conservation. Each fall students are given
the opportunity to take a training course in geophysics
in collaboration with Università di Roma Tre. The
fieldwork for this course is carried out on the Appian
Way (Appia Antica). Courses incorporate visits to current
excavations and to laboratories carrying out postexcavation
work. We also visit the museums and ancient
monuments both in Rome and further afield.
A Renowned Faculty
AUR’s faculty in Archeology and Classics bring diversity
and exceptional qualifications and experience to our
international University. Their professional and scholarly
work in archeology, managing heritage sites, translating
classical texts, and delving into the precious archives
available in Rome and elsewhere in Italy, informs their
teaching, benefiting students at all levels.
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