The goal is for the student to:

• be capable of dealing with complex and contradictory information in archaeological, historical, anthropological, and patrimonial themes;
• be capable of analysing and synthesizing the available information about a theme and expressing it in a written or oral form;
• be capable of integrating multidisciplinary teams and developing research;
• have a critical awareness of Man’s role and place in the world and Archaeology’s social function.

These generic competences are transversal to all curricular units. They are achieved by fostering in the students an interest in the reading of specific bibliography, developing a critical spirit and a demanding culture, being open to a permanent knowledge update, and promoting the presentation of papers and oral expositions as essential components of the learning process.

In terms of specific competences, the aim is for students to:

• master the fundamental conceptual and methodological tools for the practice of archaeological research in its various forms (field survey, excavation, study of materials, etc.) and for the different chronologies and types of archaeological sites;
• develop a clear notion of the evolution of the different scientific paradigms that have underpinned the production of knowledge in archaeology;
• acquire a clear notion of the diachronic evolution of forms of occupation and organisation of space, particularly about the areas of occupation, extraction, transformation, and symbolisation of a territory;
• recognise the chronological and cultural context of a site or set of archaeological materials;
• assess the relative importance of an archaeological testimony;
• To acquire a clear notion of the regional variability of archaeological traces and their meaning;
• acquire a clear notion of the regional variability of archaeological remains and their significance;
• develop complementary training, particularly of an interdisciplinary nature.

Employment Prospects

• State or local organisations (Archaeology Offices, Heritage Divisions, etc.);
• Museums (national, municipal or other, public or private);
• Architectural offices;
• Territorial management offices;
• Archaeological and heritage companies;
• Providing services as a freelance professional.

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• National exams - Two of the following exams: (11) History; (09) Geography; (18) Portuguese

• Main study areas: Archaeology and History
• Official information on the graduation (DGES)
• Programme statistics (DGES)

• Over 23 years old
• Transfer from other institutions/ courses
• Readmission
• Holders of Other Higher Education Degrees

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