29th March 2014, 07:07 PM
Tool Wrote:Many of the newer field archaeologists I know would echo that sentiment. I've been shocked how little of a disadvantage me not having an archaeology degree has been.I have met several people who have come into archaeology from a background in construction. Without exception they are at least as good or better diggers than those who have graduated.
IMO the primary skill required to be a digger is the ability to recognise and appreciate differences in soils by colour, composition and texture etc. Some people have a instinctive eye for it and all improve with experience. Not having a degree is no barrier to this.