Application & Dates This immersive program combines instruction and engagement to introduce students to heritage science and develop a diverse set of practical skills essential for working in the field. Students will also gain an understanding of the breadth and diversity of careers within heritage outreach, protection, conservation, and science. Students will live and learn in the medieval town of York, a city rich in history. They will work alongside University of York students and utilize industry leading techniques to develop an engagement strategy for a specific historical structure and/or site in York that will give them hands-on experience with historical, archival, archaeological, and heritage science research. Students will collaboratively produce a final product that will be implemented by the partner institution to have broader and lasting implications for cultural heritage and preservation. ACADEMICS Students participating in this program have the opportunity to earn six upper-level credits (ANTH4170/6170 and ANTH4175/6175). The hands-on and immersive experience of this course fits with the goals of the Department of Anthropology by exposing students to the real-life-implications of what they learn in the classroom, and preparing students to make a difference in the world through their research. Heritage science is a field that appeals to many students in anthropology as well as history, museum studies, architecture, fine arts, and historic preservation. Students participating in this proposed program of study will have the unparalleled opportunity to acquire knowledge and skills, make connections with like-minded interest, and experience how science, heritage, and community impact people today as well as in the future. Course Name Credit ANTH 4170/6170 Heritage Science 3hrs ANTH 4175/6175 Heritage Practice 3hrs Lodging & Meals Students will stay at the University of York in dorm accommodations (Derwent Hall is where students have stayed previously). All rooms are single occupancy with an in-unit bathroom (bedding and towels included). Common areas have a fully equipped kitchen for students to use to cook their own meals and there are washers and dryers available (additional cost). Hot breakfast is included M-F and a cold breakfast will be offered on the weekends.
