Archaeology Undergraduate Dear Student, I have pleasure in welcoming you to UCD and to the Department of Archaeology. Our department has seven full-time teaching staff, all of whom are acknowledged experts in their fields of research. Other staff include tutors and demonstrators, research assistants, a draughts-person, and a computer specialist.
Archaeology is an exciting subject and a rewarding career.
The massive growth in the Irish economy, which has led to urban renewal and the development of new roads, has greatly increased employment opportunities for archaeologists in recent years, while the increased general interest in archaeology as a leisure activity can be seen in the continuing growth of the heritage industry. Graduates of this department have always been successful in finding employment in professional archaeology. Whether you intend staying with us to completion of your BA and beyond, or choose to pursue your other subjects after First Year, we hope you enjoy your time in UCD, and that you find both academic success and personal reward during your time here. If you have any problems, the members of the teaching staff and tutors are always available to offer assistance. They begin on the hour and are of 50 minutes duration.