Bachelor of Science - Archaeology and Geography (Optional Co-op)

Archeology and geography explore past human cultures and societies through the analysis of material remains. It is the interpretation of these artifacts that helps us understand the past, allowing students to learn more about human life today.

Students will learn various aspects of archaeological interpretation and have the opportunity to put them into practice in the field and in the laboratory. Students will combine the theoretical and methodological approaches of the discipline to give a balanced and in-depth look at the subject. Students will expand their understanding of areas such as: anthropology, languages, human geography, physical geography, geology, GIS and remote sensing. These courses and others will prepare students for the multidisciplinary nature of archaeology & geography. The location of the University of Lethbridge offers an excellent centre for field-based research and teaching as it is situated in the coulees of the Oldman River, in close proximity to the Rocky Mountains, surrounded by rangelands and areas of intense agricultural activity within a few hours of large urban centers. The department also hosts a rock and fossil collection, an aerial photograph collection, soil laboratory equipment and a teaching map collection.