Featured Archaeology Modules

Featured Archaeology Modules

In this section, we will be featuring a range of Archaeology modules that we offer in the UCD School of Archaeology. The Series will run throughout the year, the first featured module is Human Osteoarchaeology. 

ARCH31010 - Human Osteoarchaeology

Osteoarchaeology is the study of human skeletal remains from archaeological sites. Skeletal analysis is an important skill as it allows archaeologists to identify human bones recovered during excavations. Osteology also allows us to learn more about the identities and lived experiences of past peoples.

Our stage 3 module ARCH31010 Human Osteoarchaeology offers an introduction to human skeletal anatomy. Using our extensive collection of casts, students spend the first half of the module learning how to recognize and orient specific bones as well as important anatomical landmarks and features.

During the second half of the module, students learn how to reconstruct aspects of biological profile, such as age and sex, from human remains. The module is extremely active and hands-on, combining lectures, practical sessions, and structured labs.