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What can I do with a Major in Archeology & ?

The & Geography Program at the of Lethbridge

Archaeology is the study of past and societies through the analysis of material remains. It is the interpretation of these artifacts that help us understand our past, allowing us to learn more about ourselves today. Archaeology students will learn various aspects of archaeological interpretation and have the opportunity to put them into practice in the field and in the laboratory. Students will combine

theoretical and methodological approaches from both For more information on the Archaeology disciplines. & Geopraphy Major at the U of L: http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/archaeology The Geography department offers a multidisciplinary major in Archaeology & Geography for the Bachelor of (BA) or Bachelor of (BSc) degree Faculty of & Science programs. In the BA, students will explore C866 University Hall Archaeology & Geography from a predominantly Phone: 403-329-2225 cultural perspective, working with the cognate Email: See Contact Website disciplines including and . The Student Club: BSc curriculum focuses on developing an in-depth http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/archaeology/student understanding of the physical side of Archaeology & -clubs-activities Geography, such as , , GIS, Academic Advising: Biological Evolution and the scientific methods used http://www.uleth.ca/ross/academic-advising in artifact analyses.

Skills Developed

• Ability to Summarize • Cross-Cultural • Interest in the Natural Research Findings Understanding • Acute Awareness & • Curious & Self-Motivated • of Fieldwork Observation • Data Analysis & Methods • Analytical Reading Interpretation • Logical Thinking • Artifacts Analysis • Data Collection • Patient • Attention to Detail • Deriving Knowledge From • Recognizing Cultural • Careful Record-Keeping Artifacts Differences & Similarities • • Detail-Oriented • Research Ability • Computer • Information • Visualize Abstract Forms • Critical Problem Solving

Work Environments

The Archaeology & Geography program provides a strong and diverse background for further study at the graduate level, while also providing training for employment as a field archaeologist. Graduates of this program also work in a wide range of industries such as consulting firms, environmental/

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companies, firms specializing in archaeological investigation, urban and planning offices, nature centers, or history museums, historical sites/homes, art galleries, libraries, historical societies, research/ institutions, records administration corporations, non- profit organizations, agencies, cultural heritage organizations or freelance/self-employed.

Archaeology & Geography graduates are employed in a variety of positions including positions in archaeological assessment, consulting, historic or cultural , field archaeology or parks and national historic sites. Graduates may also be employed as conservators, exhibit directors, museum curators, museum technicians, or interpreters.

Key Areas of Specialization: Prehistoric Archaeology, Historic Archaeology, Forensic Archaeology, Industrial Archaeology, Science, North American Archaeology, , Human Evolution, Geographic Information Systems (GIS),

Entry Level Job Titles

These jobs are normally intended for new graduates and require 0 to 2 years of experience. It is important to note that many entry level positions require some related experience or demonstrated ability to perform job-related tasks. Even those positions that do not require experience will still prefer an experienced candidate, if one is available.

• Archaeology & • Customer Service • Park Interpreter Representative • Program Coordinator/ Coordinator • Exhibit Assistant Assistant • Archaeology & Tourism • Heritage Presenter • Research Assistant Specialist • Historical Interpreter • Survey Interviewer • Archaeology Fieldworker • Host/Hostess at Museum • Volunteer Coordinator • Archives Assistant • Junior Field & • Cultural Resource Archaeological Technician Technician • Museum Research • Curatorial Assistant Technician

Note: The U of L offers various resources and programs to facilitate students in gaining work and volunteer experience. Find an entry level position on the CES job board or join the Management or Arts & Science Cooperative Education Programs. Summer jobs, part-time work, internship positions and volunteer experience help students to enhance their skillset and accumulate work experience for their future career.

Related Job Titles

These jobs generally require extensive, relevant work experience and/or further education.

• Agricultural Planner • Archival Clerk/Manager/ • Cultural Resources • Archaeobotanist Director Specialist • Archaeological Field • Archivist • Curator Technician • Cartographer • Demographer • Archaeological Lab • Census • Demographic Analyst Technician • Coastal Zone Specialist/ • Draftsperson • Archaeological Project Manager • Dredging Technician Manager/Field Director • Community Developer • Earth • Archaeological Surveyor • Conservator • Ecologist Industrial • Archaeologist • Contract Archaeologist Planner • Archaeozoologist

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• Environmental • Hazardous Waste Planner • Paleontologist Assessment Officer • Historian • Park Ranger • Environmental Impact • Historical Prevention • Physical Scientist Specialist Officer • Policy Advisor • Ergonomist • Historical Site Coordinator • Project Manager, • Foreign Area Study • Historical Site Interpreter Section Consultant • Hydrologist • Public Education and • Forest Program Outdoor • Impact Analyst Outreach Coordinator Educator • Interpretive Naturalist • Public Utility Specialist • Geographer • Land Surveying – Crew • Regional Archaeologist • Geographic Area Chief • Research Archaeologist Specialist • Land Surveyor • Research Assistant • Geographical Laboratory • Land-Use Analyst • Specialist Assistant • Editor • Tourism Developer • • Museum Collections • Traffic Manager • Geomatics Field Manager • Transportation Analyst Supervisor • Museum Curator • Urban & Regional Planner • Geomatics Project • Museum Director • Resources Supervisor • Museum Technician Specialist • Assistant • National Historic Sites/ • Weather Forecaster • Geospatial Application Park Interpreter • Weather/ Analyst • Natural Resources Specialist • Geospatial Data Analyst Specialist

Thinking Outside the Box: Other Possibilities

On average, people change their career three to five times in their lifetime. So, no matter what major you choose, you may still be interested in opportunities totally unrelated to your program of study. We encourage you to be open to all possibilities! Your undergraduate degree can be a springboard for other educational pursuits, and your transferable skills and experience can prepare you to work in a multitude of settings.

• Aboriginal Affairs - • Fish & Wildlife Officer • Mining Engineering Traditional Studies • Foreign Service Officer Technician Specialist • Forester • Paralegal • Aboriginal Engagement • Geneticist • Planner Manager • Geo- Product • Police Officer • Alternative Energy Engineer • Private Investigator Technologist • Gerontological Specialist • Property Manager • Building Inspector • GIS Sales Specialist • Public Relation • Business Development • Graphic Designer Representative Manager • Human Resources • Reporter • Captioner and Court Professional • Researcher Reporter • Immigration Officer • Solution Architect – • Career Development • Insurance Claim Adjuster Commercial Officer Professional • Intelligence Agent • Solution Software • Civil Litigator • Internal Auditor Developer • Collections Manager • International Business • Stakeholder Specialist • Communication Specialist Representative • Statistician • Community Planner • Lawyer • Tour Director • Computer Programmer • Librarian • Travel/Tourism Guide • Data Miner • Licensed Surveyor • University Professor • Economist • Manager/Owner • Volunteer Coordinator • Education Counsellor Surveying Business • Webmaster • Enterprise Architect • Merchandising • Wildlife Manager • Exhibit Director Representative • Writer/Author/Editor

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Useful Resources

Recommended websites to assist in exploring the field of Archaeology & Geography, and their career opportunities.

Canadian Archaeological Association Parks Canada – Archaeology http://canadianarchaeology.com/ http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/progs/arch/index.aspx

Canadian Museums Association (CMA) Royal Alberta Museum http://www.museums.ca/ http://www.royalalbertamuseum.ca/

Canadian Anthropology Society (CASCA) Library and Archives Canada (LAC) http://www.cas-sca.ca http://www.collectionscanada.gc.ca

Alberta – Historic Resources Management British Columbia Association of Professional http://culture.alberta.ca/heritage/resourcemanag Archeologists ement/default.aspx http://www.bcapa.ca/

Canadian Museum of History Intellectual Property Issues in Cultural Heritage http://www.historymuseum.ca/ http://www.sfu.ca/ipinch

Canadian Museum of Nature Society for American Archaeology http://www.nature.ca/ http://www.saa.org/

Canadian Cartographic Association Archaeological Institute of America http://www.geog.ubc.ca/cca/ http://www.archaeological.org/

Archaeological Society of Alberta Association of Consulting Archaeologists http://www.arkyalberta.com/ http://www.consultingarchaeologists.org/

The Canadian Society for Mesoamerican Studies Gogeomatics Canada http://www.csms.ca/ http://www.gogeomatics.ca/

Campus Resources

Career & Employment Services (CES) Accommodated Learning Centre http://www.uleth.ca/ross/ces/ http://www.uleth.ca/ross/accommodated- learning-centre/ Career Counselling (Counselling Services) http://www.uleth.ca/counselling/ International Centre for Students http://www.uleth.ca/international/ Academic Advising http://www.uleth.ca/ross/academic-advising Registrar Office & Student Services http://www.uleth.ca/ross/ Native Student Advising http://www.uleth.ca/ross/native-student-advising Scholarship & Students Finance http://www.uleth.ca/ross/student-finance/ Student Success Centre – Study Skills, Learning Strategies & Tutoring U of L Students’ Union & Student Clubs http://www.uleth.ca/student-success-centre/ http://www.ulsu.ca/

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Campus Job Resources

Career & Employment Services Job Board Management Co-op Education CES Job board http://www.uleth.ca/management/co-op

Arts & Science Applied Studies Study Abroad & Exchanges http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/applied- http://www.uleth.ca/international/content/study studies/students abroad-exchanges

Arts & Science Co-op Education & Internship Management Study Abroad & Exchanges http://www.uleth.ca/artsci/coop http://www.uleth.ca/management/study-abroad

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