St Stephen’s Green and the archaeology of the 1916 Rising St Stephen’s Green, a transport hub at the heart of the city, was one of a series of strategic locations occupied by the rebels during the 1916 Rising. On Easter Monday 1916, members of the Irish Citizen Army under the command of Michael Mallin took possession of the Green. Currently, the precise location of the trenches dug in St Stephen’s Green during the 1916 Rising is unknown. This project, led by Dr Joanna Brück of UCD School of Archaeology, is using geophysical prospection techniques including Earth Resistance, Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and 2D-Resistivity (or ERT) to try to locate these features. See the project web pages for more information >> Date Posted: |
 |
Chronology, Culture and Archaeology: A symposium on tree-rings and fishweirs 28th September 2012 "Chronology, Culture and Archaeology" (CCA) is a Marie Curie-funded project based at the UCD School of Archaeology, focussing on the extraordinary medieval fishtraps on the Fergus Estuary, Co. Clare. The aim is to extract as much information as possible from the tree-rings present in these structures and contribute to the story of medieval fisheries on the river. As part of this, the project is bringing together both best current practice and developing new techniques. Thanks to a generous grant from the UCD seed fund, an international panel of experts, who are advising this research, will be gathered at UCD to discuss our findings and to share their knowledge and expertise. Come and hear what trees can tell us about past lives. Participation is free but please register for the seminar by sending an email to aoife.daly@ucd.ie as places are limited. The event will take place on 28th September 2012 in UCD Humanities Institute Ireland (see map, building 27) Download the provision programme >> Date Posted: Tue, 04 Sep 2012 15:30:00 IST |
 |
Glendalough Archaeology Project 2012 In 2009 the UCD School of Archaeology initiated a broad research and teaching project focusing on the Glendalough Valley. The aim of this broader project is to integrate teaching and research in furthering our understanding of this landscape, which, despite its iconic status, has seen comparatively little recent archaeological fieldwork. The project is conceived as a broad umbrella, within which specific members of the coordinating committee may undertake different research. Our general focus is on understanding the evolution of the landscape and contextualising the surface archaeology through further fieldwork. The 2012 season started on August 20th 2012 - read the project blog for further information or contact Dr Graeme warren Date Posted: Sun, 19 Aug 2012 15:00:00 IST |
 |
PhD studentship available (Teagasc Walsh Fellowship) Following the award of a Teagasc Walsh Fellowship, the UCD School of Archaeology is looking to appoint a suitably qualified applicant for a PhD studentship for three years starting date 1st October 2012. The studentship comprises an annual stipend of €21,000, from which university fees (approximately €6,000 per year for EU students) will have to be paid. The topic is Medieval farming systems, soil quality, climatic conditons, and open-field landscapes and their enclosure histories in Ireland, 1200-1800. Applicants should have an MA in Archaeology, specialising in Anglo-Norman or later medieval archaeology, a record of publication, an understanding of GIS technology and demonstrable survey experience in the field. Details and terms and conditions of the Walsh Fellowship award can be found at www.teagasc.ie. Letters of application, accompanied by a CV, are to be sent by e-mail simultaneously to Prof. Tadhg O'Keeffe, UCD School of Archaeology (tadhg.okeeffe@ucd.ie) and Stuart Green (Stuart.Green@teagasc.ie). The closing date is August 24, 5pm. Date Posted: Tue, 07 Aug 2012 19:30:00 IST |
 |
Irish Research Council (IRC) - Employment Based Postgraduate Programme 2012 This programme offers researchers the opportunity to complete a Masters or PhD degree in UCD while employed by a private company or public organisation based in the Republic of Ireland. Applications will be accepted from researchers across all research disciplines. The duration of the award is between 12 to 48 months. The IRC will pay a maximum of €24,000/annum. Of this amount, two thirds will go to pay the salary of the student, and one third can be used to cover fees and other research expenses. The employing company or organisation must also contribute to the salary cost of the student, who must be paid a minimum of €24,000/annum. Date Posted: |
 |
Seminar: Viking Silver Hoards in Ireland - some issues UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: “Viking Silver Hoards in Ireland: some issues” by Dr John Sheehan, University College Cork
Thursday 12th April 5pm
Date Posted: Sun, 08 Apr 2012 10:30:00 IST |
 |
UCD School of Archaeology Discover Archaeology... Undergraduate Open Day UCD School of Archaeology Discover Archaeology... Undergraduate Open Day Download timetable of events >> Thursday 5th April 2012 UCD School of Archaeology
Date Posted: Wed, 04 Apr 2012 11:30:00 IST |
 |
Parks, Colonialism and Identity in Victorian and Edwardian Ireland - new reports online Historic gardens have long been a focus of academic and popular interest in Ireland and beyond. In contrast, there is little academic or public appreciation of the cultural significance or heritage value of public parks of the Victorian and Edwardian periods. With notable exceptions such as the Phoenix Park, conservation plans for historic parks are rare and both urban decay and redevelopment have taken their toll on these landscapes. Further updates and further reports are now online View project web page and download reports >> Date Posted: Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:15:00 IST |
 |
Archaeology Society Inaugural lecture 2012: From Landscape to Lostscape by Professor Dominic Powlesland Archaeology Society Inaugural lecture 2012: From Landscape to Lostscape - three decades of work into the landscape archaeology of the Vale of Pickering by Professor Dominic Powlesland, Institute of Medieval Studies, University of Leeds and The Landscape Research Centre. Followed by a wine reception Newman Building. Monday April 2nd 2012 6pm Theatre R Newman Building Date Posted: Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:30:00 IST |
 |
|
TROWEL XIII - LAUNCH NIGHT !!!. UCD Student Archaeology Journal in association with AYIA 2011 Conference Proceedings.
Date Posted: Sat, 24 Mar 2012 22:40:00 GMT |
 |
Professor Tim Ingold Seminar venue changed to UCD John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies The UCD School of Archaeologyand the UCD Humanities Institute of Ireland Present: Towards an Ecology of Materials by Professor Tim Ingold (University of Aberdeen, Scotland) Tuesday 7 February 2012 at 5-7 pm (followed by a wine reception) UCD John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies (no.35 on the UCD campus map) Further Information and RegistrationDr Graeme Warren, UCD School of Archaeology: graeme.warren@ucd.ie
Date Posted: Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:30:00 GMT |
 |
HII Seminar: Towards an Ecology of Materials by Professor Tim Ingold The UCD School of Archaeologyand the UCD Humanities Institute of Ireland Present: Towards an Ecology of Materials by Professor Tim Ingold (University of Aberdeen, Scotland) Tuesday 7 February 2012 at 5-7 pm (followed by a wine reception) UCD John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies (no.35 on the UCD campus map) Further Information and RegistrationDr Graeme Warren, UCD School of Archaeology: graeme.warren@ucd.ie Date Posted: Tue, 01 Feb 2011 10:30:00 GMT |
|
Seminar: 'All Arts Are Mechanical’: Investigating the Common Ground of Craftsmanship in Renaissance Italy by Dr Marta Ajmar (Research Department, V&A) This is the third in the monthly seminar series ‘Object Matters: interdisciplinary perspectives on material culture’ organised by the National College of Art and Design (NCAD), the Graduate School of Creative Arts and Media (GradCAM), UCD School of Archaeology and the Humanities Institute of Ireland. Monday Jan. 23rd 5:30 – 7 p.m. Newman House, 85-6 St. Stephen’s Green Free, but please book by emailing Joanna.Bruck@ucd.ie or lisa.godson@gmail.com
Date Posted: |
 |
UCD School of Archaeology Research Day This year’s research seminar includes a range of presentations from UCD School of Archaeology staff, researchers and PhD students, illustrating the diverse and innovative archaeological research currently being carried out at University College Dublin. Download the Research day flyer >> Date Posted: |
 |
Seminar: Landscape, Burial and identity around the Viking-Age Irish Sea A joint UCD School of Archaeology and TCD Medieval History Research Centre event: "Landscape, Burial and identity around the Viking-Age Irish Sea" by Dr David Griffiths, University of Oxford Thursday 1st December 4.30PM Date Posted: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT |
Seminar: Church and State in Early Medieval Ireland: Distribution Evidence UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: "Interdisciplinary perspectives on Anglo-Saxon assembly sites" by Professor Andrew Reynolds, Thursday 24th November 5pm Date Posted: Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Church and State in Early Medieval Ireland: Distribution Evidence UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: "Warriors, Planters and Harpists: Ulster and Western Scotland in the Later Middle Ages", Dr Colin Breen, University of Ulster. Thursday 17th November 5pm Date Posted: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT |
|
Seminar: Building the great Dolmen monuments of Britain and Ireland UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: "Building the great Dolmen monuments of Britain and Ireland" Dr Vicki Cummings, University of Central Lancashire Thursday 10th November, 5:00 PM ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Church and State in Early Medieval Ireland: Distribution Evidence UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: "Church and State in Early Medieval Ireland: Distribution Evidence", Dr Matthew Stout, St. Patricks College. Thursday 3rd November 5pm Date Posted: Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Discover Undergraduate Archaeology @ UCD School of Archaeology
Date Posted: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:00:00 IST |
 |
Undergraduate Archaeology Day - discover more about what we do. A series of activities will be taking place throughout the day in the School of Archaeology. PhD Scholarship Available: The Archaeology of Upland Landscapes in Ireland Applications are sought for a UCD School of Archaeology, Archaeolandscapes Europe funded, full-time, 3 year PhD position. The PhD project provides an opportunity for a suitable candidate to develop a research topic centred around the theme of the archaeology of Ireland’s upland regions. For more information see >> Date Posted: Thu, 20 Oct 2011 09:00:00 IST |
 |
Seminar: Recent Research on Human Evolution in Eastern and Northern Africa UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2011/2012 presents: "Recent Research on Human Evolution in Eastern and Northern Africa", Dr Laura Basell, University of Southampton. Thursday 20th October 5pm Date Posted: Mon, 17 Oct 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Job Advert: Post of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Archaeology This position is of strategic importance to the School and is aimed at complementing the existing research and teaching strengths of the staff of the UCD School of Archaeology. The appointed Lecturer/Senior Lecturer will therefore have proven experience of teaching at third level, have an established international publication record, and a demonstrable ability to attract and generate significant external research funding. An ability to build international research networks is also essential. Visit UCD HR web site for further information >> Date Posted: Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
NCAD/UCD Seminar: Presence, Absence and the Supernatural in Postcard and Family Photographs; Europe 1895-1920 Object Matters: interdisciplinary perspectives on material culture seminar series organised by The National College of Art and Design (NCAD), the Graduate School of Creative Arts and Media (GradCAM), UCD School of Archaeology and the Humanities Institute of Ireland announce a new monthly seminar series ‘Object Matters: interdisciplinary perspectives on material culture’. Convened by Dr. Joanna Brück (UCD Archaeology) and Dr. Lisa Godson (NCAD/GradCAM). Download Flyer >> Seminar 1: Mon. Oct. 17 5:30 – 7 p.m. Newman House, St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin Date Posted: Tue, 04 Oct 2011 21:30:00 IST |
 |
Seminar: Non-destructive dendrochronology and other stories UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Non-destructive dendrochronology and other stories", Dr Aoife Daly (Marie Curie IEF Fellow 2011-2014)), Marie Curie Research Fellow, UCD School of Archaeology. Thursday 6th October 5pm Date Posted: Tue, 04 Oct 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
UCD School of Archaeology joints the UCD UniLife Summer School programme Over the last few years we have offered a week long programme in March for transition year students, however, from 2012 onward we will be replacing this with a programme as part of the UCD UniLife Summer School during the week of 5 - 8 June 2012. Details of the new Archaeology programme have not been finalised but it is likely to be 1-2 day in length and based in UCD. Information will be posted on the UCD UniLife Summer School page of the main UCD website. As we ran our final Transition Year programme in March for this year’s students we were not be part of the UniLife programme in June 2011. Date Posted: |
 |
Symposium: Technological Advances in Landscape and Heritage Management Recording Organised by Rob Sands and Steve Davis, UCD School of Archaeology and sponsored by the UCD Humanities Institute of Ireland, this one day ArchaeoLandscapes Europe symposium focuses on the increasing use of technology in the recording of archaeological sites, monuments and landscapes. A series of invited speakers will discuss recent projects. Date Posted: Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Industry and Innovation Officer Appointed The UCD School of Archaeology have recently assigned Dr Graeme Warren to act as their ‘Industry and Innovation Officer’ for 2011-2013. This is a new School Officer role, which has been created in order to foreground consideration of the interface between the School and the broader contexts of archaeological education and research in Ireland. Any queries, comments or suggestions should be addressed to Graeme in the first instance. email: graeme.warren@ucd.ie Tel.: 00353 1 7168613 Date Posted: Sat, 25 Jun 2011 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Seminar: The Roos Carr figures - exploring martial materiality UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "The Roos Carr figures - exploring martial materiality" by Dr Melanie Giles, University of Manchester. Download Poster > Thursday 14th April, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:15:00 IST |
 |
Seminar: Expectations and realities of the bioarchaeological reconstruction of health and disease UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Expectations and realities of the bioarchaeological reconstruction of health and disease: Some perspectives using recent research" by Professor Charlotte Roberts, University of Durham. Download Poster > Thursday 31st March 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:30:00 IST |
 |
Discover Undergraduate Archaeology @ UCD School of Archaeology
Date Posted: Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:00:00 IST |
|
Seminar: Places of Prominence: Some aspects of the symbolic role of high places in Neolithic & Bronze Age Ireland UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Places of Prominence: Some aspects of the symbolic role of high places in Neolithic & Bronze Age Ireland" by Dr Stefan Bergh, NUI Galway. Download Poster > Thursday 3rd March, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Bodies and Souls: performative violence in medieval and early modern Ireland UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Bodies and Souls: performative violence in medieval and early modern Ireland" by Dr Barra O'Donnabhain, University College Cork. Download Poster > Thursday 24th March, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Tue, 22 Nov 2011 20:30:00 GMT |
 |
Recent research in the Boyne Valley A one-day public seminar presenting recent archaeological, historical and natural heritage research in the Boyne Valley **RESCHEDULED FROM BEFORE CHRISTMAS** Download further information >> Date Posted: Fri, 25 Feb 2011 10:30:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Thinking with Stones and the Megalithic Tombs of Ireland UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Thinking with Stones and the Megalithic Tombs of Ireland" by Dr Carleton Jones, NUI Galway . Download Poster >> Thursday 24th February 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 18:30:00 GMT |
 |
Early Medieval Archaeology Project - new reports on line EMAP (Early Medieval Archaeology Project) recognises that we are using archaeological data generated by the entire profession and it is our policy to make available all reports, resources and data for download on our dedicated website to all Irish and international researchers, scholars and interested members of the public. Reports have been submitted to the Irish National Strategic Archaeological Research (INSTAR) programme in December 2008, 2009 and 2010 and are now available for general viewing from the reports section of the EMAP web site. We acknowledge and thank the many archaeologists who have assisted us in putting these reports together. We also welcome any and all comments on these reports and will endeavour to edit and improve our work as time progresses. Date Posted: Wed, 23 Feb 2011 14:20:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Authoring the mound: Recent work at Silbury Hill UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Authoring the mound: Recent work at Silbury Hill" by Jim Leary, English Heritage. Download Poster >> Thursday 17th February 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Wed, 16 Feb 2011 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
New Light on the beginnings of farming Professor Steven Mithen (Pro-Vice Chancellor, University of Reading) was in UCD on Feb 7th invited as a Distinguished Guest Lecturer by the Humanities Institute of Ireland (HII). Whilst in UCD, Professor Mithen gave a seminar in the School of Archaeology about his recent research in Western Scotland. Professor Mithen’s HII lecture reviewed the stunning new discoveries at Wadi Faynan 16. Date Posted: Thu, 10 Feb 2011 10:30:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: The unoriginal origins of agriculture. UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "The unoriginal origins of agriculture: Food production and social life in the Pre-Pottery Neolithic of the Middle East" by Dr Eleni Assouti, University of Liverpool. Download the poster (PDF) >> Thursday 10th February 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT |
 |
Lecture: Communal and monumental architecture at the origin of the Neolithic in the Near East by Professor Steven Mithen UCD Humanities Institute Distinguished Guest Lecture series presents: "Communal and monumental architecture at the origin of the Neolithic in the Near East: new evidence from Wadi Faynan, Southern Jordan" by Professor Steven Mithen, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, University of Reading Monday, 7 February 2011 at 5 p.m. For further information please contact Valerie Norton, Institute Manager tel: 01 716 4690 mail: mailto: hii@ucd.ie web: www.ucd.ie/hii Date Posted: Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar:Is there anything down there?The archaeological and palaeoecological potential of Dartmoor's peat UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Is there anything down there? The archaeological and palaeoecological potential of Dartmoor's peat" Dr Ralph Fyfe, University of Plymouth. Download Poster >> Thursday 3rd February 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Tue, 01 Feb 2011 12:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Parental emotions and child loss with respect to Irish cillini UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: “Parental emotions and child loss with respect to Irish cillini" by Dr. Eileen Murphy, Queen’s University, Belfast Thursday 27th January 2011 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Tue, 25 Jan 2011 12:00:00 GMT |
 |
Seminar: Island of the Dead? Exploring Neolithic landscapes on Herm (Channel Islands) UCD Archaeological Society & UCD School of Archaeology seminar series 2010/2011 presents: "Island of the Dead? Exploring Neolithic landscapes on Herm (Channel Islands)" by Prof. Chris Scarre, University of Durham. (View Poster (PDF)) Thursday 20th January 2011 4pm, C110 Newman Building ALL WELCOME Date Posted: Wed, 12 Jan 2011 15:30:00 GMT |
 |
IRCHSS Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship 2011 This scheme is the most important source of funding available to archaeological PhD students in Ireland. The scheme opens on January 7th 2011, with full details available from the IRCHSS web site. We recommend that applicants thoroughly familiarise themselves with the terms and conditions of this scheme and the associated application procedures. The closing date is Monday 21st February. The scheme requires the School to approve and sign off on applications so please see our postgraduate web pages for further information if you are considering studying with us. Date Posted: Wed, 05 Jan 2011 12:00:00 GMT |
 |
Parks, Colonialism and Identity in Victorian and Edwardian Ireland - reports online Historic gardens have long been a focus of academic and popular interest in Ireland and beyond. In contrast, there is little academic or public appreciation of the cultural significance or heritage value of public parks of the Victorian and Edwardian periods. With notable exceptions such as the Phoenix Park, conservation plans for historic parks are rare and both urban decay and redevelopment have taken their toll on these landscapes. Reports for each park investigated are now on line. View project web page and download reports >> Date Posted: Sun, 17 Oct 2010 21:16:00 IST |
|
UCD School of Archaeology’s Christmas Research Seminar 2010 The UCD School of Archaeology’s Christmas Research Seminar 2010 will feature a range of presentations from staff, post-doctoral fellows and PhD students, illustrating the diverse and innovative projects that are being carried out at University College Dublin. Places are limited: if you would like to attend, please email the School Research co-ordinator at Aidan.OSullivan@ucd.ie to reserve a place. Thursday, 16th December, 10am-6pm, in A109, Newman Building, Belfield Campus Download the Research Seminar leaflet >> Date Posted: Tue, 14 Dec 2010 14:00:00 GMT |
 |
Trowel XII Launch: Thursday, 4th November 7pm
Trowel is an academic journal published by postgraduate students at the School of Archaeology, University College Dublin. It was first published in 1988 (Volume I) and the latest Volume is number XI 2007. The launch will be held in the Seminar Room of the Humanities Institute of Ireland, UCD, Belfield. For directions see the HII web site. Thursday 4th November at 7pm. Launch speech by Professor Seamas Caulfield, followed by a wine reception and finger food.
Pre-order your copy now
Date Posted: Sat, 30 Oct 2010 12:00:00 IST |
 |
|
26th-28th November 2010 - Global Irish Institute (GII) on Belfield campus at University College Dublin A conference exploring how the peoples of early medieval north-west Europe, AD 400-1100, organized their dwellings, settlements and landscapes, so as to constitute and represent their social identities of household, community, religion, ethnicity, status, kinship and gender ... Date Posted: Mon, 11 Oct 2010 13:00:00 IST |
|
Seminar: "Pride and Prejudice: the study of late medieval rural settlement in Ireland" by Dr. Mark Gardiner UCD Archaeology Society and School of Archaeology Seminar Series presents "Pride and Prejudice: the study of late medieval rural settlement in ireland" by Dr. Mark Gardiner, Queens University Belfast. All wellcome Date Posted: Wed, 20 Oct 2010 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Neolithic and Bronze Age Landscapes of North Mayo (NBNM), conference 2010 Neolithic and Bronze Age Landscapes of North Mayo (NBNM), conference 2010. We are delighted to announce that the INSTAR-funded NBNM project will be presenting its results to date on 20th/21st November. Saturday 20th Nov is hosted in the Belderrig Research Centre, and is aimed at professional archaeologists, offering the chance for detailed discussion of the project to date. Sunday 21st November is hosted at the Céide Centre and is aimed at the general public, and offers a combination of site visits and formal lectures providing an overview of the current research. Download Posterfor further information >> Date Posted: Sun, 17 Oct 2010 18:00:00 IST |
 |
|
Professor Barry Raftery (Professor Emeritus, Archaeology, University College Dublin) died peacefully at St. Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin on Sunday August 22, 2010. Professor Raftery retired as Professor of Celtic Archaeology in the UCD School of Archaeology at the end of August 2007 after a long and internationally distinguished career. As a former student wrote in appreciation, Barry was an inspired teacher and communicator, always encouraging colleagues and students in developing their research and careers. His work and humanity will ensure that he will be always remembered and treasured.
Date Posted: Tue, 24 Aug 2010 18:00:00 IST |
 |
EMAP receives INSTAR funding for 2010 The Early Medieval Archaeology Project (EMAP) is delighted to announce that it has received generous funding from the Heritage Council's INSTAR programme for 2010. EMAP will focus its activities on completing editing for publication of a major monograph (Early Medieval Ireland: Archaeological Excavations 1930-2009); organising an international conference on early medieval settlement in northwest Europe; writing a significant report on early medieval dwellings and settlements in Ireland and promoting Irish early medieval archaeology through a range of activities. See the project website for more details >> Date Posted: |
 |
Phase 2 of North Mayo Project funded for 2010 We are delighted to report that Phase 2 of the North Mayo Project has received INSTAR funding for July – Dec 2010. Work will focus on specialist analyses of materials from the excavation, radiocarbon dates and processing of illustrations. This will culminate in a seminar and public review of research on the weekend of November 20th and 21st, to be hosted in North Mayo. We are very grateful to the Heritage Council and the INSTAR programme for continued support. See Project Web Site >> (to be updated shortly) Date Posted: |
 |
UCD Archaeology team investigate some of Ireland's richest estuarine archaeology A team of Archaeologist from UCD School of Archaeology spent a week surveying archaeological structures on the mud flats of the Fergus Estuary in July 2010. As part of this fieldwork the Discovery Programme were commissioned to conduct a 3D laser scan of three of the more complex structures within a group of medieval fishweirs close to Borland rock. Date Posted: Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:00:00 IST |
 |
Archaeological Society Inaugural Lecture Carved Pumpkins and Plastered Human Skulls: The Origins of Agriculture and Ritual Life in Near Eastern Neolithic Villages. The lecture will take place on the 31st of March at 6:30pm Date Posted: |
 |
The legacy of Dr. Blaze O’Connor (1975-2009) Several commemorative initiatives highlight the achievements and contribution of Dr. Blaze O’Connor, NUI Centenary Post-Doctoral Fellow at the UCD School of Archaeology, who died of cancer at the age of 34. The launch of Materialitas on 12th December 2009 formed part of a commemoration event in UCD which included the unveiling of a memorial stone and planting of a tree in her honour. Her PhD thesis, entitled Inscribed Landscapes: Contextualising Prehistoric Rock Art in Ireland (2006) will shortly be available on the UCD web site. The University of Auckland, where Blaze was a prize-winning undergraduate and MA student in the 1990s, has established an annual Blaze O’Connor Prize to be awarded to the MA student who tops the class. No more fitting a commemoration could be imagined. Read more >> Date Posted: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
|
The UCD School of Archaeology is sad to announce the death of Eoin Ó Cionna (1921-2010) who may have been the last survivor of the inaugural UCD Archaeology Society (established 1943) and the last surviving person to have witnessed the archaeological excavations on the summit of Baltinglass Hill in the mid-1930s. Date Posted: Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
Invitation To An Experimental Archaeology Weekend
Date Posted: Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT |
 |
UCD School of Archaeology MA scholar wins international award Niamh Arthur, recent (2008/2009) MA in Archaeology graduate student at UCD has just been announced as the joint winner of the UK Medieval Settlement Research Group's (MSRG) John Hurst Prize for the Best MA thesis/dissertation in Britain and Ireland on Medieval Settlement (2009). This is the third time that this prestigious award has been given to a dissertation from the UCD School of Archaeology (Triona Nicholl, 2004; Jonathan Kinsella, 2005) all dissertations supervised by Dr Aidan O'Sullivan. UCD School of Archaeology's co-ordinator of its Graduate Studies programme, Dr. Graeme Warren, congratulated Niamh on her international success, whose dissertation was on the subject of Viking longphorts or raiding bases in Ireland, and noted that chair of the award committee had commented on the high standards of the UCD School of Archaeology MA students and their dissertations. Date Posted: Fri, 05 Feb 2010 09:00:00 GMT |
 |
Conference: The 4th Annual Early Medieval Archaeology Student Symposium The 4th annual Early Medieval Archaeology Student Symposium brings together graduate students and early career researchers in the field of early medieval archaeology. EMASS is a forum where new research can be aired, perhaps for the first time, in a constructive and interested environment. It is run by and for early medieval researchers and encourages the application of theory to early medieval archaeology, as well as a truly multi-disciplinary perspective. As always, EMASS 2010 has no set theme, but encourages papers from any aspect of early medieval archaeology, and from any part of the world. EMASS 2010 is sponsored by UCD Humanities Institute of Ireland, UCD School of Archaeology, and the Office of Public Works. For further information, please contact info@emass2010.com or see the conference website www.emass2010.com Date Posted: Tue, 26 Jan 2010 16:04:00 GMT |
 |
Featured Module: Combat Archaeology Warfare is a transformative aspect of human cultures, from territoriality in gatherer-hunter society to the global scale we witness today. Weapons and the artefacts of war are at the heart of this module. Through these Dr Alan Peatfield investigates the practical and personal applications of weapons in the context of combat, and the social implications that arise from their development and use. The module covers a wide time span from the early Prehistoric appearance of weapons, through their role during the Bronze Age, Greek and Roman World, into the Mediaeval period.
Date Posted: |
 |
Culture, Environment and Change: Research Seminar 2009 Theatre M , Newman Building Thursday, 10th December, 9-5pm UCD School of Archaeology's Research Seminar aims to communicate knowledge about the School's wide-ranging international and national research projects in 2009. UCD Archaeology staff and students are engaged in archaeological research projects around the world; in SE Asia, the Mediterranean and northwest Europe, ranging in date from the Mesolithic to the Post-medieval period. This is the second in what is hoped will be a yearly event, details of the 2008 event can be found here. Download details of the Research Seminar Day 2009 Date Posted: |
 |
Festschrift for Professor Barry Raftery Over 60 academics from Ireland, Britain and Europe have come together to honour the life and career of the recently retired Professor of Celtic Archaeology at University College Dublin, Barry Raftery. Professor Raftery is best known for his widely published work on the IronAge, including the landmark monograph Pagan Celtic Ireland, his extensive excavations at the lateBronze Age hillfort at Rathgall, Co.Wicklow, and his programme of innovative research onwooden trackways and associated features in Irish raised bogs. This festschrift is a testament to the very deep regard and affection in which Barry is held in many countries. Download the pre-publication offer flyer >> Date Posted: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 10:15:00 IST |
 |
Fishweirs and coastal communities in Northwest Europe Workshop UCD School of Archaeology are hosting a workshop on Saturday 19th September 2009, on Fishweirs and coastal communities in Northwest Europe (Mesolithic to Post-Medieval), with speakers from UCD; Margaret Gowen and Co., The Discovery Programme; the University of Ulster at Coleraine; University of Wales at Lampeter; the University of Reading, England and colleagues at DRAC Normandy and the CNRS at the University of Rennes, France (See flyer). Prehistoric and historic fishweirs are unique and fascinating archaeological sites, often located in extraordinarily difficult intertidal environments, but are hugely rewarding in archaeological and environmental terms. The archaeological workshop will be exploring their potential and seeking to establish collaboration and links between colleagues in Ireland, UK and France. The workshop will be a small gathering with active discussion. Colleagues interested in attending should contact Aidan O'Sullivan or Conor McDermott to book a seat. UCD School of Archaeology would like to acknowledge funding support from the IRCHSS/Éigide Ulyssess Scheme; The Humanities Institute of Ireland, UCD; The Heritage Council for this event and associated research. Date Posted: Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:10:00 IST |
 |
|
The School of Archaeology is very sad to have lost our esteemed colleague and friend, Dr Blaze O’Connor, NUI Post-Doctoral Fellow in the UCD School of Archaeology. Blaze died on Saturday 8th August and funeral services were held in Leicester on 13th August and in Auckland, New Zealand on the 18th August. The World Archaeological Congress has a condolence page for Blaze on its website. The School will be organising a commemoration and celebration of Blaze’s life at a date to be announced. Ka tuhoa te ra, ka wairara, ka hinga...The sun rises to the zenith, then sets. Professor Gabriel Cooney, Head of School, UCD School of Archaeology Date Posted: Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:00:00 IST |
|
JOB: Modelling Boyne Valley landscape evolution A Research Assistant is sought for a four-month period to carry out geomorphological research in an on-going inter-disciplinary research programme on the geoarchaeology of the River Boyne catchment, Ireland. This research project is funded by the Heritage Council’s Irish National Strategic Archaeological Research Programme, and based jointly in UCD School of Archaeology & School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Policy (GPEP). The project is collaborative between UCD, Meath County Council, Department of Humanities at Dundalk Institute of Technology, the University of Southampton and tallamhireland Ltd., and is managed by Drs. Helen Lewis (UCD Archaeology) and Colman Gallagher (UCD GPEP). Date Posted: |
 |
Tender: HLC and GIS Modelling of Boyne Valley UCD School of Archaeology and UCD School of Geography, Planning and Environmental Policy Further details regarding the position are available from Stephen Davis (UCD), Loreto Guinan (Meath County Council) or Helen Lewis (UCD). Date Posted: Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:00:00 IST |
|
Tara Symposium 24th-26th October 2009 Watch this space for information on the most extensive collaborative review of the archaeology of Tara undertaken to date. Featuring approximately 40 invited papers by internationally renowned scholars the symposium explores the following themes: (1) the archaeology of Tara; (2) Tara in its local and regional setting; (3) comparative perspectives on Tara; and (4) the evolving significance of Tara since ancient times. The symposium is organised by Professor Muiris O’Sullivan on behalf of the UCD School of Archaeology in association with the John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies. Visit the Tara Symposium web pages for more information >> Date Posted: Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:00:00 IST |
 |
Discovering the Archaeologists of Europe: Ireland (DISCO) report launched UCD School of Archaeology working on behalf of the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland has completed the Irish component of a major international study profiling the archaeological progression in Europe. The Irish report as well as those for the other 11 partner countries are now available on the Discovering the Archaeologists of Europe: (DISCO) website.
Date Posted: Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT |
 |
Conference: Thinking About 'Things' Thinking About 'Things': Interdisciplinary Futures in Material Culture is an international, multi-disciplinary graduate conference taking place in UCD, Dublin, Ireland from 5th-7th May 2009. Click here for more info and here for the call for papers. Date Posted: Wed, 18 Feb 2009 15:30:00 GMT |
 |
Taught Graduate Programme Open Day, Thursday 19th February 2009 There will be an open day for our taught graduate programmes on UCD School of Archaeology Open Day Flyer (PDF) See our postgraduate pages Date Posted: Thu, 22 Jan 2009 17:00:00 GMT |
 |
UCD School of Archaeology's Research Seminar 2008 UCD
Archaeology staff and students are engaged in archaeological research
projects around the world; in SE Asia, the Mediterranean, North America
and northwest Europe, with investigations and discoveries ranging in
date from the Mesolithic to the Post-medieval period. This UCD School
of Archaeology 2008 Research Seminar will present a range of papers and
research posters demonstrating the vibrant research culture in the
School and its wide-ranging collaborative links with Irish archaeology
and beyond. PLEASE DOWNLOAD the UCD School of Archaeology 2008 Research seminar flyer (PDF)
>>
Come and join us for a Christmas Archaeology Research Seminar!
Places are limited, if you would like to attend, please email School Research Co-ordinator at Aidan.OSullivan@ucd.ie or phone him at 01-7168252 to reserve a place
Date Posted: Thu, 27 Nov 2008 15:25:00 GMT |
 |
Tony Robinson from Channel 4's Time Team visits UCD School of Archaeology After speaking at the UCD Literary and Historical Society Tony Robinson, of Channel 4's Time Team and BBC's Blackadder fame amongst many other things, took time out from his busy schedule to chat informally with staff and students in the School of Archaeology. Date Posted: |
 |
Early Medieval Archaeology Project (EMAP) established EMAP is a collaborative research project recently established at UCD School of Archaeology to promote the dessemination (through conferences, publications and web resources) and archaeological studies of data recovered in recent Irish archaeological excavations. EMAP is currently engaged in its pilot project of data gathering and is funded by the Heritage Council. Visit the EMAP web pages >> Date Posted: Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:16:00 IST |
 |
Apply for our postgraduate programmes 2008-2009 The School of Archaeology will be offering a one-year, full-time, MA in
Archaeology in 2008-9. This is a general MA degree in Archaeology, but it is
being structured to allow students to specialise in aspects of archaeology
that most interest them. We also offer PhD, Mlitt and Diploma programmes
Date Posted: |
 |
Viking ship, the 'Sea Stallion', arrives into Dublin UCD School of Archaeology members Triona Nicholl and John Nicholl arrive into Dublin on the reconstructed Skuldelev 2 Viking ship. The Sea Stallion sailed under Viking Age conditions across the actual waters that the original ship was built to cross 965 years years ago. The ship arrived at Dublin City Moorings on Tuesday 14th August 2007 – roughly six weeks after leaving Roskilde, Denmark. The School congratulates Triona and John on their part in this historic voyage. Visit the Sea Stallion site >> Date Posted: Fri, 21 Sep 2007 15:29:00 IST |
 |
Memorable Archaeology Society Trip to Belderrig in Co.Mayo The Archaeological Society were proud to have organised a trip to
the archaeologically rich area of Belderrig in Co.Mayo. It was an honour to
have Prof. Seamus Caufield as our guide for the weekend and a special
thank you to Conor McDermot and Dr Graeme Warren for their help, without
which the trip could not take place. Finally a special thank you to all
the people of Belderrig who make every visit a memorable experience
with their welcoming and friendly response to 20 students for the
weekend. Read More >>
Date Posted: Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:06:00 IST |
 |
Social and environmental change in the past - Doctoral scholarships and Postdoctoral research positions announced We are delighted to announce that as an integral part of the John Hume Institute for Global Irish Studies Global Ireland PRTLI-funded Global Ireland research programme there are a number PhD and Postdoctoral positions in the Footprints of Ireland: heritage and landscape strand of the programme. This is one of the four interlocking research strands and it focuses on analysing social and environmental change in the past. The initial foci of the strand will be the Mesolithic/Neolithic transition and the development of early medieval society. For initial inquiries contact the strand PIs; Professor Gabriel Cooney, UCD School of Archaeology or Professor Pat Shannon, UCD School of Geological Sciences. For further information on the strands and the programme contact Brian Jackson and view the Graduate School Web Information >> Date Posted: Thu, 20 Mar 2008 15:36:00 GMT |
 |
Conference: 1200 BC War, Climate Change and Cultural Catastrophe Friday 7th March - Sunday 9th March - Theatre R Newman Building Date Posted: Mon, 28 Jan 2008 16:24:00 GMT |
 |
2007 conference proceedings of the AYIA launched
The launch of the proceedings of the 2007 conference of the Association of Young Irish Archaeologists will take place on Thursday 6th March, 6.30pm in Room C214, Newman Building, University College Dublin. Professor Muiris O’Sullivan will say a few words and this will be followed by a wine reception. If you are unable to attend, you can call into Kim Rice in the School of Archaeology (K013). Alternatively, you can send a cheque or postal order for €16 (€15 for proceedings and €1 for p&p) to AYIA, the School of Archaeology, Newman Building, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4. Any queries to ayiadublin@gmail.com Date Posted: Sat, 01 Mar 2008 08:19:00 GMT |
 |
Foresight Report - Archaeology 2020 UCD report calls for repositioning of Irish Archaeology by 2020 to address critical issues. Pictured at the official launch of Archaeology 2020 at the Royal Irish Academy: Professor Gabriel Cooney (left), UCD School of Archaeology and Mr Dick Roche TD, Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government Read UCD News article >>
Date Posted: Thu, 14 Jun 2007 20:38:00 IST |
 |
Archaeology Ireland 2007 Conference Saturday 17th November 2007, Astra Hall, UCD Student, Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 Anyone interested in how we communicate the excitement and intrigue of archaeology will enjoy the conference, and we hope that all of Archaeology Ireland’s many friends will bethere to celebrate our 20th birthday! Download Archaeology Ireland Conference Details
Date Posted: Mon, 22 Oct 2007 16:23:00 IST |
 |
