Course Description The MA in Prehistoric Britain is designed to introduce students to the prehistory of Britain through a detailed examination of the archaeological record from Shetland to Cornwall and Kent. Cardiff has long been a centre for research into British Prehistory. In the past staff and students from Cardiff University were involved in the iconic excavation at Stonehenge and Silbury Hill. Current staff have been involved in excavations throughout the country including at Avebury, Maiden Castle, Cladh Hallan and Skara Brae and students are currently involved in excavations at Ham Hill in Somerset, the largest hillfort in Britain. Research themes in the recent past has included the chronology of early agricultural communities, the nature of monumentality in the first millennium BC, the domestic wild dichotomy and animal life ways and the spatial organisation of settlements. As a result of our history of research in British Prehistory the library is well stocked and includes long runs of national, regional and local journals which are invaluable research tool for staff and students. Students are taught in small groups and are expected to contribute to seminar based learning by leading discussion and help with the organisation of conferences which occur on a regular basis. The MA in Prehistoric Britain is an interdisciplinary degree which is suitable for students from a wide range of backgrounds. All students take a series of core modules which aim to develop research skills, an understanding of the archaeological record, and methods of written and oral presentation appropriate to the subject. These core modules are run in conjunction with other MA and MSc degrees in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion.

Career Prospects The experience gained on this course will prove valuable in acquiring work in commercial archaeology in Britain.