11th June 2010, 12:08 PM
I'm letting that one liner statement pass as it raises an interesting question, not teh one that Unit attempted to raise (god knows what that was) but the difference...
The Bishop Grosseteste course is that.. an MA... so one would of course have a degree already? am I right - probably not? However you have to understand the concepts of archaeology and have practical experience.. a bit like a politician who has no experience of 'real world employment' - they may be good and have qualifications but they lack the essential elements of understanding.
So... for those that have done archaeology and have experience and want a formal coursework... with an MA qualification at teh end of it, then the Bishop Grosseteste route is a good one... I expect there is practical elements to the course
The Bursary route is another way to arrive at the same location... thuis opening up - as previously hoped for/discussed - the area to more and diverse people.
This route would be more practical, but has a strong element of structured learning, after all the bursary is not a cheap labour grant... the applicant and recipient must all achieve measurable goals for mutual benefit.
So the answer is you can do what suits.
The Bishop Grosseteste course is that.. an MA... so one would of course have a degree already? am I right - probably not? However you have to understand the concepts of archaeology and have practical experience.. a bit like a politician who has no experience of 'real world employment' - they may be good and have qualifications but they lack the essential elements of understanding.
So... for those that have done archaeology and have experience and want a formal coursework... with an MA qualification at teh end of it, then the Bishop Grosseteste route is a good one... I expect there is practical elements to the course
Quote:Our MA in Community Archaeology Programme will give you a head-start in your chosen profession because it has been designed to help you develop the particular set of knowledge, skills and understanding you need to pursue a career in the community archaeology sector. You will learn how to:
Throughout the course you will engage first hand in live archaeological projects and visit some amazing heritage sites.
- Organise community heritage groups;
- Plan and deliver archaeological activities including fieldwork;
- Develop and trial educational actions focused on archaeology;
- Measure audience response to live heritage events and activities.
The Bursary route is another way to arrive at the same location... thuis opening up - as previously hoped for/discussed - the area to more and diverse people.
This route would be more practical, but has a strong element of structured learning, after all the bursary is not a cheap labour grant... the applicant and recipient must all achieve measurable goals for mutual benefit.
So the answer is you can do what suits.