Archaeology

Take a mild-mannered university professor of archaeology, who moonlights as a swashbuckling, leather-clad adventurer, in search of rare antiquities from around the globe. Or consider the idea that DNA from a prehistoric mosquito buried in amber, could pave the way for the artificial creation of dinosaurs. The hugely popular Indiana Jones and Jurassic Park movie franchises have made archaeology very cool. Are you up for the dig?

Is research your thing? Archaeological researchers assess archaeological finds so they can write articles for scientific journals. Cold case junkie? Forensic analysts use archaeology to analyze older crime scenes where remains may have aged past the timeframe for standard examination. Older still? An environmental archaeologist is a professional who gathers and assesses data related to human history and the environment.

Studying archaeology abroad can place you on the ground of prominent historical sites where you can join the efforts for recovering important artifacts and information. It will give you a unique and well-rounded educational experience, combining academic learning with cultural immersion, personal growth, and exposure to different best practice solutions from around the world. It can significantly enrich your understanding of the field and strengthen your resume for your future career.

World Endeavors offers scholarships. You can usually also apply your financial aid and even some of your home university scholarships to your study abroad program, though you will need to verify this with your home university. Additionally, we encourage you to explore external scholarship opportunities specific to students of archaeology studying abroad.

Studying archaeology abroad provides you with a global perspective of this exciting field of social science which can benefit your future career. You may not find a pot of gold but you will gain a diverse network of like-minded colleagues and friends all equally inspired by the challenge of unearthing our rich past.