Description

Lorenzo de' Medici will run a four week intensive Archaeology Field School from July 2 through August 1. The principal goal of this program is to provide students with an opportunity to learn in a real research and excavation environment while gaining a comprehensive understanding of ancient Etruscan culture and archaeological methods.

The Archaeology Field School is a unique opportunity for students to participate in an archaeological excavation as well as to receive undergraduate level coursework at the 2nd and 3rd academic year within the North American system. There are no pre-requisites and no experience of archaeology or knowledge of Italian is expected - only a desire to dig and to learn more about the extraordinary Etruscan civilization of ancient Italy. Principal qualifications include a strong academic record, abundant enthusiasm, and a desire to learn more about archaeology.

At the school's campus in Tuscania and on selected field trips students will explore major features of Etruscan culture and the methodologies utilized in classical archaeology. Participants will play a full role in the excavation of an Etruscan necropolis near Tuscania, currently in phase three of its exploration. Here they will work under professional supervision and in collaboration with students from the University of Florence. By examining material evidence, so abundant in this region, students will be given the opportunity to learn about the lives of the ancient Etruscans from archaeological evidence and literary sources.

Whether you are a current archaeology or anthropology student or simply someone interested in learning more about the subject, this program will provide an exciting and unique opportunity for a first hand look at archaeological fieldwork.

Highlights

- Explore major features of Etruscan culture and the methodologies utilized in classical archaeology.
- Participants play a full role in the excavation of an Etruscan necropolis near Tuscania, currently in phase three of its exploration.
- Students will be given the opportunity to learn about the lives of the ancient Etruscans from archaeological evidence and literary sources.
- Earn 6 transferrable U.S. credits while learning about ancient civilization

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

Diploma/Certification

Subject Areas

• Anthropology
• Archaeology
• Classical Civilization
• Classical Studies

Cost in US$:

Inquire for more info.

Program Fees Include:

* Transfer from Rome Leonardo da Vinci (Fiumicino) Airport;
* 30 nights in 3 star hotel;
* Accommodation in double room with private bathroom;
* Daily breakfast in hotel;
* Travel connected with course-related activities, including transportation from hotel to excavation site;
* Course registration/tuition fees;
* Lunch while working on-site at the dig;
* Once a week "Social and Cultural Event".

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 10

Scholarships are Available

Application Process Involves

• Written Application
• Essay
• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

Rolling

Lorenzo de' Medici's Mission Statement

Lorenzo de' Medici is committed to helping students realize their own potential, providing a quality education that will enable them to interact successfully with the community worldwide. The School aims to excite and enable students to experience a first class educational and social environment which enlarges their minds, stimulates their talent, and emphasizes the importance of values and the pursuit of knowledge. We also seek to develop real, multi-disciplinary projects in our classes that involve as many of our departments as possible. In this way, we prepare our students to face the actual challenges of their respective fields. Students obtain truly relevant work-related experience by collaborating with colleagues both inside and outside of their specific areas of interest. Then, the results of this collaboration are presented externally for public appreciation and expert evaluation.

Year Founded

1973