14th November 2008, 12:31 PM
Matthew,
again without knowing details of the course, I wouldn't know, but the chart in the back of the Profiling the Profession (Appendix 5) puts Level 3 as about A-Level level. Have a look at the Units on the IFA website, and compare with the Level 4 units, which seem a lot more advanced, and are apparently about degree level.
Do you have an archaeology degree? I'd go for Level 4, its a little bit more, but not a load more cash, I think £995. After all, you want to learn something, as well as get a qualification. I don't really see the point in the Level 3 at all to be honest. If you don't have a degree I'd say now is a good time to go and do one!!
The IFA says...
What level should I do?
The level 3 Qualification is aimed at archaeologists who are new to, or have recently joined, the profession, with or without academic qualifications, who wish to gain and accredit entry level/basic skills. It is also appropriate for amateur archaeologists who wish to expand and formally accredit their skills through the attainment of a qualification. Level 3 candidates must be able to show that they can carry out a range of work activities, most of which are complex and non-routine tasks.
The level 4 Qualification is aimed at established practitioners wishing to gain the skills, experience and knowledge they need to progress to a higher grade, to undertake greater responsibilities or to work in a new area of competence. It is also appropriate for experienced amateur archaeologists who wish to expand their skills and formally accredit that experience through the attainment of a qualification. Level 4 candidates must show that they can apply skills and knowledge to a broad range of complex, technical or professional work activities performed in a wide variety of contexts.
again without knowing details of the course, I wouldn't know, but the chart in the back of the Profiling the Profession (Appendix 5) puts Level 3 as about A-Level level. Have a look at the Units on the IFA website, and compare with the Level 4 units, which seem a lot more advanced, and are apparently about degree level.
Do you have an archaeology degree? I'd go for Level 4, its a little bit more, but not a load more cash, I think £995. After all, you want to learn something, as well as get a qualification. I don't really see the point in the Level 3 at all to be honest. If you don't have a degree I'd say now is a good time to go and do one!!
The IFA says...
What level should I do?
The level 3 Qualification is aimed at archaeologists who are new to, or have recently joined, the profession, with or without academic qualifications, who wish to gain and accredit entry level/basic skills. It is also appropriate for amateur archaeologists who wish to expand and formally accredit their skills through the attainment of a qualification. Level 3 candidates must be able to show that they can carry out a range of work activities, most of which are complex and non-routine tasks.
The level 4 Qualification is aimed at established practitioners wishing to gain the skills, experience and knowledge they need to progress to a higher grade, to undertake greater responsibilities or to work in a new area of competence. It is also appropriate for experienced amateur archaeologists who wish to expand their skills and formally accredit that experience through the attainment of a qualification. Level 4 candidates must show that they can apply skills and knowledge to a broad range of complex, technical or professional work activities performed in a wide variety of contexts.