Professional development opportunities in Maritime Archaeology at Flinders University

1. Conservation Practicum (focussed on Marine Ceramics) (nearly full!)

https://www.flinders.edu.au/engage/community/short-courses/conservation-practicum

This topic provides hands-on experience in the theory and methods of conservation for maritime archaeological artefacts. It has a focus on ceramics from the sea, and is taught by (Holly Jones-Amin, Senior Conservator and Team Leader for Objects, Textiles and Archaeology, Grimwade Conservation Services, University of Melbourne) and includes a two-day repair workshop delivered by Sokha Tep (Ceramic Conservator, Royal University of Fine Arts, Phnom Penh, Cambodia).

When it’s run
26 February to 1 March 2024

Mode of delivery
In person, Bedford Campus (SAECAL Lab and SSN213), Adelaide, South Australia

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2. Underwater Cultural Heritage Practicum

https://www.flinders.edu.au/engage/community/short-courses/underwater-cultural-heritage-practicum

This topic introduces students to some of the theoretical and practical approaches to underwater cultural heritage, and provides an understanding of the legislation, management, and interpretation of underwater cultural heritage throughout the world (with a focus on Australasia and Southeast Asia). This topic includes lectures by heritage professionals and an excursion to the Port Adelaide ship’s graveyard.

When it’s run

23 – 26 January 2024 (this topic includes Australia Day)

Mode of delivery

In person, Flinders Festival Plaza Campus, Adelaide CBD, South Australia

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3. The Archaeology of Submerged Cultural Landscapes (nearly full!)
https://www.flinders.edu.au/engage/community/short-courses/archaeology-of-submerged-cultural-landscapes

This short course will explore global perspectives in the archaeology of submerged cultural landscapes. This topic includes lectures by specialists in submerged cultural landscape studies and a workshop on QGIS.

When it’s run

29 January – 1 February 2024

Mode of delivery

In person, Flinders Festival Plaza Campus, Adelaide CBD, South Australia