The course includes independent written project work where the student acquires in-depth knowledge with a focus on environmental archaeology. The student is able to implement and evaluate applications of theory and method within the discipline. The course can be included in a magister's degree or a master's degree. The course is part of the Master's Program in Environmental Archeology, but can also be read as a stand-alone course.
The student must write a scientific essay on an environmental archeological problem and defend it at a seminar. Furthermore, s/he must actively participate in seminars where extended essays are evaluated and be an opponent at an essay seminar.
Environmental Archaeology, Magister Thesis, 15 credits
Spring Term 2026
The information below is only for exchange students
Starts
24 March 2026
Ends
7 June 2026
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
Univ: 30 credits courses at advanced level in environmental archaeology, or equivalent.
Selection
Students applying for courses within a double degree exchange agreement, within the departments own agreements will be given
first priority. Then will in turn candidates within the departments own agreements, faculty agreements, central exchange
agreements and other departmental agreements be selected.
Application code
UMU-A1305
Application
This application round is only intended for nominated exchange students. Information about deadlines can be found in the e-mail instruction that nominated students receive.
The online application opens 26 August 2025 at 08:00 CET.
