BA in Archaeology and Irish, Queen's University Belfast

This course offers a Joint Honours degree programme examining both the wider human past and contemporary Irish language as well as Gaelic heritage and identity from a broad humanities-based perspective. It includes hands-on experience working with archaeological material and undertaking fieldwork. The archaeology component explores diverse evidence like artefacts, monuments, settlements, landscapes, and heritage across different periods, with modules focused on world, European, Irish/British archaeology, from human origins to modern times. The Irish language aspect provides intensive tuition in Irish, emphasizing modern language and culture through modules on Irish literature, mythology, folklore, and Gaelic identity. The course develops broad and specific knowledge and skills, involving excavation, laboratory work, overseas fieldtrips, and practical tasks, preparing students for careers like heritage management and archaeology, along with opportunities in the Irish-language sector.