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An Introduction to Foreshore and Underwater Archaeology

The NAS Introduction course is the first stage in the NAS Training programme. This one day course offers an introduction to archaeology and maritime archaeology, combining a mixture of classroom and practical sessions. The course aims to promote archaeology to anyone who is interested in learning a little bit more - non-divers, divers, old, young and everyone inbetween!

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As well as an introduction to the basic principles of archaeology, the Course will also introduce topics such as dating methods used in archaeology and how the current legislation applies to our underwater cultural heritage. By the end of the day participants will:

  • have been introduced to the basic principles and scope of nautical archaeology
  • be able to apply 2D survey methods to an archaeological site
  • have an understanding of their rights and responsibilities concerning underwater heritage

Practical sessions during the course will focus on the use of 2D survey techniques and how these can be used on archaeological sites. Partcipants will not only get to practices the techniques but will also have the chance to draw up their results, demonstrating the advantages and disadvantages of different survey methods.

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For those who are attending the course as divers, there will also be an opportunity to practice your new found surveying skills in a swimming pool or confined open water environment. The minimum diving qualification for those taking part in the diving exercises is CMAS 1-Star/BSAC Ocean Diver/SAA Open Water Diver/PADI Open Water.

The course usually costs £50 (UKP).

For more information on upcoming course please visit the course diary pages. If you would be interested in an Introduction course run especially for your group or club then please contact the NAS Office in order to discuss this further.

Follow the link below to read about an Introduction Course held at the Guildford Branch of the British Sub-Aqua Club in January 2009!

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Click on the picture below to watch a video of the underwater survey session of an Introduction Course, where partcipants are undertaking trilateration and offset survey.


What participants thought...

"I can't remember the last time I enjoyed a course so much....and I've been on a few in the last 5 years! It was a brilliant day and I've been left wanting to know more about every aspect of what NAS offers and how I can also be more involved. "

"Overall it was great to have 3 instructors with different backgrounds and experience"

"The course was well laid out for an intro and has left me ready to do more!"

"The whole course was superb and a good learning curve"

The Introduction course is a prerequisite for attending the Part I Certificate in Foreshore and Underwater Archaeology course.

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