This MPhil aims to introduce students to the main theories and research approaches in archaeological science, particularly within the fields of archaeological materials science, geoarchaeology, zooarchaeology, archaeobotany, genetics and isotopic and biomolecular archaeology.
The aims include: To provide a wide-ranging and challenging introduction to the theoretical issues involved in archaeological science; to provide an in-depth understanding of approaches to scientific analysis and interpretation in the context of archaeological research; to foster the ability to develop original research questions and to explore them effectively using scientific methods; and to provide training relevant to a professional and/or research career in archaeological science. |
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Bachelor degree (Honours) or 4 years Bachelor's without Honours or Baccalaureat / Bachelier (first-cycle degrees in Quebec province (3 years) (except McGill University)) or Bachelor degree (Honours) or Bachelor's without Honours (3-4 years with 120 credits) from McGill University or First Professional Degree / Grade Professionnelle (titles include Doctor of Dental Medicine / Surgery, Doctor of Medicine and Juris Doctor) with a grade of 3.3/4, 3.3/4.3, B+, 7/9 (York University) |
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