Research

Southampton is a world class Archaeology department in terms both of research and teaching, which are intertwined at all levels. We are now supported by new, purpose built accommodation and facilities. As a department we place theoretical reflection as integral to everything we do, and are committed to the understanding of archaeology as a practice in its social, cultural and political context. The department's research is thematic and global in scope. Crucially the department is committed to the integration of empirical and scientific data on the one hand, and a range of interpretive issues and fundamental social and cultural questions on the other. In this it is able to draw upon many significant interdisciplinary links across the University of Southampton.

Our staff are all experts in their fields. Their interests can be grouped within four themes, although these themes are interdependent and fostered by a collaborative atmosphere.