17th July 2010, 11:00 AM
I think I agree with what David is saying and would add - don't consider the 'financial' factor first and foremost (after all if that were the case most UK based archaeologists would be giving up let alone archaeologists working abroad!!). You are only going to get one chance to work on many international projects and if you dither whilst you think about whether you are going to end up with enough cash left over to buy Smarties, you might find that opportunity has passed you by. My advice with the language - try your best!!
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