The Belize Program in Archaeological Field Research features a 16-credit course of study. During odd-numbered years, Professor McAnany leads a research and study team to the archaeological site of K'axob, in northern Belize. In even-numbered years students participate in field research directed by Professor Hammond at the Late Classic Maya city of La Milpa, located in northwestern Belize.
Students acquire the skills of excavation, recording, survey and mapping, and laboratory analysis.
Other activities include field trips to selected Maya sites in Belize, Mexico, Guatemala, or Honduras.