Archeology Schools and Programs in Argentina

Archeology Studies in Argentina

River Plate Stadium, Buenos Aires, ArgentinaAre you a current or prospective archaeology student considering an opportunity to study for a semester or a year in a foreign country as a participant in a student exchange or study abroad program?  Have you decided yet on a country in which to pursue your study abroad adventure?  Studying abroad in a foreign country can be the experience of a lifetime, especially if you opt to study in the beautiful country of Argentina.  With a name that means “land of silver,” Argentina is a rich and vast land—second largest (after Brazil) in South America and the eighth largest country in the world.  Its heartland is a broad grassy plain known as the Pampas, a place in which archaeologists regularly study for clues to the region’s ancient past.  In the article below we will take a closer look at Argentina’s archaeology educational programs, and outline several of the reasons why choosing to study in Argentina may be the best decision you have ever made.

Archaeology Education in Argentina

Archaeology is an important area of study, both in Argentina and around the world.  Archaeologists are social scientists who conduct excavations to recover, study, and preserve ancient artifacts, such as tools and ceramics.  The objective is to get a deeper understanding about the culture and evolution of extinct civilizations.  Depending on the scope and level of their education, students who earn a degree in this field may work for archaeological firms, museums, historical preservation organizations or government agencies
 
The first step in qualifying for a professional archaeology position is to earn your Bachelor of Science Degree in Anthropology, a program offered by Argentina’s University of Buenos Aires (UBA), among other institutions of higher learning in the country.  An Anthropology degree consists of studies in archaeology, cultural anthropology, biological anthropology and linguistics.  The program at UBA combines classroom and laboratory instruction, as well as practical experience through actual fieldwork projects.  Coursework may include archaeological methods and theory, analytical techniques, prehistory, South/North American archaeology, evolution and sociolinguistics.  The Bachelor of Science degree program typically spans four years for full-time students.  At the conclusion of the program, students are free to pursue a graduate level education in archaeology, one that typically specializes in a particular niche area within the archaeological discipline.

Why Study Abroad in Argentina

Students studying abroad in Argentina are exposed to one of the finest systems of higher education in South America.  By electing to study in the affordable country of Argentina, rather than in the more traditional study-abroad destinations in Europe and the United States, students will not only save a ton of money, but be treated to a cultural paradise and some of the most spectacular natural and manmade sights in the world.

One of these natural sights is Iguazu Falls—a 270-foot wonder that makes Niagara Falls look like a drip from a faucet.  Made of more than 200 individual waterfalls, this natural beauty spans the border of Argentina and Brazil, with the best viewing definitely on the Argentine side.  For a truly exciting and one-of-a-kind experience, book a trip in a motor boat that takes you directly under the chutes.  You better hurry, though.  Experts say the falls could run dry within the next fifty years.

The culture of Argentina is a mixture of native traditions and European elegance, and includes some of the finest cuisine in the world, with many dishes featuring world-class Argentine beef. The cattle in Argentina are all raised on the open range, and when you couple this fact with the amazing skill of the asadores, it means that every bite of steak you take is always tender and delicious.

Finally, there are the people you will meet during your study abroad experience; people who are always kind and welcoming.  The truth is whether you decide to stay in the bustling metropolis of Buenos Aires or in one of the hundreds of small towns and villages that dot the gorgeous landscape of this stunning country, the people are always warm and friendly and are always willing to share a little bit about themselves, their country and their culture.