Innsbruck & Matrei, Austria
July 2 鈥 August 12, 2022
The UNO Department of Anthropology and Sociology and the UNO Division of International Education are pleased to announce plans for another archaeology field school in Europe, to be held in cooperation with the International Summer School in Innsbruck, Austria and with our partner institution, the University of Innsbruck. The project named 鈥淥peration Trautson Castle鈥 (OTC) is planning to research the ruins of Castle Trautson near Innsbruck from its beginnings in the High Medieval Ages until its destruction by American bombers during World War II.
Courses offered:
- ANTH 3201: Field Methods in Archaeology (3 credits)
- ANTH 4991/5991: Advanced Field Research in Anthropology (3-6 credits)
This two course sequence will introduce students to the methods of field archaeology through hands-on experience, excavating at the site of Trautson Castle near the Brenner Pass, just south of Innsbruck, Austria. The fortifications of this castle have their origins in the Middle Ages. Shortly before the end of the Second World War, the fortress was almost completely destroyed by allied bombers. In cooperation with colleagues from New Orleans, archaeologists from the University of Innsbruck are digging at the fortress hill to better understand the history and destruction of the castle.
The course is designed to give students hands-on experience in all aspects of archaeological field work, including site identification, survey, and unit excavation. Students will learn proper hand excavation techniques, characterization of soils, basic artifact identifications, and mapping techniques and develop these skills as part of a diverse and efficient archaeological team, working in a unique and exciting international environment.
The course will include lectures and orientations on the history of the site and region, on field work protocols and conservation, and on the material culture from the Middle Ages to the World War II era. The skills and techniques that will be learned by students are applicable to the practice of archaeology across the globe.
Students will be accommodated in Innsbruck, Austria and will be able to participate in many events arranged for the UNO-Innsbruck International Summer School. The central location of Innsbruck within Europe allows for easy travel and exploration on free weekends.
Program Cost for 麻豆视频app下载 degree-seeking students: $3,295.00*
*Eligible UNO students can apply for financial assistance through the Anthropology Department. Additional scholarships and awards may be available. Click here for more information.
The program cost includes: tuition, university fees, transcript fees, accommodation in a double room in the dormitory in Innsbruck, breakfast and lunch on class/dig days, opening and closing ceremonies, train pass between Innsbruck and Matrei, public transportation pass for Innsbruck, round-trip bus transportation between the Munich airport and Innsbruck on arrival/departure day, comprehensive travel medical insurance, some field trips and/or extracurricular activities.
Not included in the program cost are the following expenses: transatlantic airfare, passport fees, telephone calls, meals other than those specified, weekend travel, laundry and any other items of a personal nature.
For payment terms/schedule and Refund/Cancellation Policy, please contact the program administration.
D. Ryan Gray, Ph.D., Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology & Sociology, at 504-280-1072 or drgray1@uno.edu
Irene Ziegler, Ph.D., Program Director, Division of International Education, at 504-280-7318 or iziegler@uno.edu
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Required Forms & Documents
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2. Student Conduct Contract: This document, created for the UNO-Innsbruck International Summer School, also applies to the UNO-Field School in Archaeology.
3. Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination: Email a scan of your vaccination card to iziegler@uno.edu
4. : Please upload a photo of yourself. It should be a head shot, with no sunglasses and no hat. The photo will be used for your program ID card, which you will need to get into the dorm.
5. : Please upload a scan of the picture page of your passport. The passport must be valid until at least 6 months after the end of the Innsbruck program.
6. : This form is used for medical emergencies only and will be kept confidential. The student needs to complete this form personally. It is submitted securely online.
7. : Print it and ask your physician or health care center on campus to complete and sign it. Then send it to us.