Program Overview

Egyptian Archaeology (Certificate)

Overview

Hosted by The University of Arizona Egyptian Expedition, the Graduate Certificate in Egyptian Archaeology studies the practicalities necessary for engaging in archaeological research as related to cultural settings, standard practices and official regulations in Egypt and Sudan. Intended as a supplement to master's and doctoral programs if you are currently enrolled in graduate-level study or have recently completed an advanced degree, the certificate focuses on four core areas: archaeological field methods used in Egypt and Sudan; interpretation of material culture in the conditions encountered in this region; preparation of research proposals, permit requests and required reports; and preparation of grant proposals.

Coursework Location(s)

• Main/Tucson

Minimum Credit Units

• 9 Units

Required units may vary depending on the degree and/or minors pursued. Prospective students should familiarize themselves with the policies for the particular degrees in which they are interested.

Department / Academic Unit

• College of Science

Degree

• Graduate Certificate

Graduate College Admissions Requirements

• An awarded four-year undergraduate bachelor degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable international degree recognized by the home country Ministry of Education. (For international students see Minimum International Degree Requirements.)
• Proof of English proficiency is required for international applicants who hold citizenship from a country where English is not the official language. (View our English Requirement list to verify your need to submit an English proficiency test.)
• Minimum GPA of 2.75 based on a 4.0 scale for Certificate applicants.

Individual programs may have additional requirements, such as a higher minimum GPA or test scores, please verify requirements with your program of interest. Applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose and at least one letter of recommendation.