Overview

This degree is suitable for individuals with undergraduate training in archaeology, or with equivalent experience in other subjects, seeking to enhance or complement their existing skills and knowledge. Relevant academic areas for coursework within the university are found in the Departments of Anthropology, Geography, Geology, and the Historic Preservation program in the School of Environmental Design. This is a terminal degree designed to enhance the credentials of individuals who anticipate careers in resource management. Requirements for the MS degree include appropriate progress through the program, satisfactory grades, and completion of a supervised research project resulting in a publishable-quality, professional report. Admission is limited to six-eight students per year.

The programme

Students are admitted and begin the MS program only during Fall Semester. No new admissions are permitted in the Spring Semester.

Although prospective students may complete the application process at any time, those who do so before January 1 are more likely to be accepted due to limited number of students admitted each year.