Archaeology Courses and Certifications

SciShow

10 Mysteries We Solved with Archaeology - Compilation

Uncover 10 fascinating ancient mysteries solved through archaeological discoveries, from Viking settlements to lost civilizations and forgotten technologies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Maya Archaeology and Its Relevance to the Modern World

1 rating

Explore ancient Maya civilization's sustainability lessons and societal resilience, gleaned from new evidence on the decline of major cities, and their relevance to contemporary global challenges.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Mastering Statics

45 ratings

Learn fundamental mechanics principles to analyze forces in structures, applicable across engineering disciplines and beyond. Gain practical skills in static analysis through interactive lightboard lectures.

• Coursera
• 21 hours 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Ancient Greeks

31 ratings

This is a survey of ancient Greek history from the Bronze Age to the death of Socrates in 399 BCE. Along with studying the most important events and personalities, we will consider broader issues such as political and cultural values and methods of histo…

• Coursera
• 20 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

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An Example Application of Artificial Neural Networks in Archaeology

Exploring artificial neural networks in archaeology to predict site occupation dates from ceramic assemblages, enabling finer-grained demographic reconstructions and deeper insights into human experiences in the past.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Insights from Archaeology Might Help Shape Our Future

Exploring how archaeological approaches provide new perspectives on modern problems, offering insights to shape our future beyond traditional data interpretation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

A-Z of Archaeology

2 ratings

Comprehensive exploration of archaeological concepts, methods, and practices from A to Z, covering key topics like excavation, dating techniques, and material analysis.

• YouTube
• 6 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

10 Lessons from 20 Years in Building a Complexity-Informed Archaeology - 2012

Explore 20 years of complexity-informed archaeology with Timothy Kohler, uncovering key insights and future directions in this field at the intersection of science and history.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Labroots

Revolutionizing Archaeology - Indigenous Perspectives and Collaborative Practice

Discover how Indigenous perspectives and collaborative approaches transform archaeological practice through Dr. Kisha Supernant's groundbreaking work with Métis communities.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Archaeology Advent 2021

Explore 24 fascinating archaeological sites worldwide, from ancient cities to prehistoric caves, in this engaging video series highlighting unique cultural heritage.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Aspects of Archaeology

Explore diverse archaeological techniques, from zooarchaeology to LiDAR scanning, and learn about dating methods, pottery analysis, and cognitive approaches in this comprehensive overview of modern archaeological practices.

• YouTube
• 4 hours 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

Cracking Ancient Codes - Cuneiform Writing with Irving Finkel

2 ratings

Explore the origins of cuneiform writing and its decoding, uncovering ancient secrets like the Noah's Ark story. Learn about this revolutionary invention that made history possible.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

To the Discovery of Hittite Civilization - Chapter 1

Explore the ancient Hittite civilization through expert-led sessions on history, languages, diplomacy, and iconography. Uncover this long-ignored kingdom's mysteries and significance in antiquity.

• edX
• 5 weeks, 2-3 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Campus - the Israeli National Project for Digital Learning

Jerusalem: A Journey Through Time

Explore the rich archaeological and historical journey of ancient Jerusalem from prehistoric times through the Muslim conquest, examining key religious sites, cultural significance, and archaeological discoveries.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 2-4 hours/week
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Analytical science: secrets of the Mary Rose

5 ratings at OpenLearn

This free course, Analytical science: secrets of the Mary Rose, teaches you about the analytical techniques that are used in the research and investigation of historical objects using the case ...

• OpenLearn
• 12 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate