Dear Applicants,
It is our great pleasure to announce that the 11th Bolgar International Archeological Field School will take place in two stages:
Stage I – will be held from August 13 to 26, 2024 on the basis of the Bolgar State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve, Russian Federation;
Stage II – will be held from September 23 to October 06, 2024 on the basis of the Termez State University, Termez, Republic of Uzbekistan.
The project aims to consolidate Russian and foreign scientific and educational resources. Among other goals is a practical application of the latest scientific developments into investigation and preservation of the Eurasian cultural heritage.The School will held nearby the territory of the Bolgar Historical and Archaeological Complex (that was declared as the World Heritage Site in 2014).
The School is co-organized by Kazan Federal University, Khalikov Institute for Archeology of Tatarstan Academy of Sciences and Bolgar State Historical and Architectural Museum-Reserve. With the support of the International Institute of Central Asian Studies.
During the 13-day-programme of the School, you can attend workshops at one of the following field laboratories focused on:
As part of the work of the first stage of the School (Bolgar), sections will be organized in the following scientific areas:
- Paleoanthropology (groups for beginners and advanced)
- Archaeozoology (groups for beginners and advanced)
- Archaeobotany and paleosurface science
As part of the work of the second stage of the School (Termez), sections will be organized in the following scientific areas:
- Field conservation and restoration of archaeological material made of ceramics and metal
- Photogrammetry, restoration and 3D modeling of archaeological structures and architectural objects
- The basic principles of the methodology of experimental tracological analysis of the functions of ancient tools
The final stage of the School’s work will be the International Youth Scientific and Practical Conference “Interdisciplinary Research in Archaeology: achievements and Challenges” – in Bolgar – August 25, 2024, in Termez – October 05, 2024.
Every workshop brings together 5-10 students. Beside the practice in laboratories, students will benefit from several lectures focusing on the key issues and methods of Archeological Heritage Research and Preservation. The School will be followed by Final Conference.
Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as post-doctoral trainees and young researchers under the age of 45 are encouraged to apply for the School. Young scientists of any nationality and from all fields of Archeology, Arts, Anthropology and other related fields are eligible.
The languages of the School are both English and Russian. The knowledge of Russian is welcomed but not necessary.
Practical details:
– Total number of academic hours (credits) offered: 100 (4 ECTS).
– Our goal is to create an international and interactive community!
Deadline for applications in Termez: August 15, 2024
Please note that places in the program are assigned to successful students on a first come, first served basis.
If you have any questions regarding the program, contact us at arch.school.bolgar@gmail.com
Thank you for your interest in our program and good luck!