The following information is essential:
* Name, age, current address with telephone number and e-mail address
* University, indication of major and minor subjects, number of semesters
* Excavation experience or field of study
* Subject: 38. IASX
* Choice of 1st or 2nd campaign
International Archaeological Summer Academy Xanten
From sweaty digging, to identifying objects, to determining finds and drawing features - at the International Archaeological Summer Academy Xanten, students from all over Europe spend four weeks learning about everyday excavation work from A to Z. The young scientists are introduced to archaeology and its neighbouring disciplines, such as archaeozoology, geology and surveying, by renowned experts. Students also keep a scientific diary in which they continuously document finds and findings. Excursions to archaeological highlights in the surrounding area round off the programme. Its varied programme has made the Xanten Summer Academy a widely known and sought-after institution.
Every year, it offers 30 students from all over Europe the opportunity to learn the craft of excavation in the historic soil of the Roman city of Colonia Ulpia Traiana. The programme includes photographing and measuring features as well as handling freshly recovered finds. The educational excavation is particularly aimed at students with little or no excavation experience.
The excavation
The participants of the Summer Academy will explore a densely built-up residential neighbourhood on Insula 38. During this excavation, the remains of houses and other traces of settlement near the Roman hostel will be examined. These houses were mainly inhabited by craftsmen and their families in the 2nd and 3rd centuries.
Apply for the 38th International Archaeological Summer Camp Xanten!
1st campaign: 20 July - 14 August 2026
2nd campaign: 24 Aug - 18 Sept 2026
15 participants per campaign
What is on offer?
- Participation in the educational excavation, introduction to all work steps
- The accompanying programme includes excursions, specialist courses e.g. in archaeozoology, soil science, surveying and finds identification
- Free accommodation in the Roman hostel on the park grounds
- Reimbursement of travel expenses up to a maximum of €75
- 350 € pocket money and food allowance
Who can apply?
- Students of prehistory/pre- and early history, provincial Roman or classical archaeology as a major subject from Germany and abroad
- Excavation experience is not required
- All courses are held in German; applicants from non-German-speaking countries must provide proof of sufficient knowledge of German in the form of an official certificate
Excavation experience is not mandatory
Students live free of charge in the Roman Hostel and receive pocket money
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Administration +49 (0) 2801 712-0
apx@lvr.de