Education, Research
Time Of Magan Field School program
The Shiyah Project
The Shiyah Project, led by Valentina Azzarà and Alexandre De Rorre, focuses on the early phases of the development of socio-economic complexity within the prehistoric populations of Oman and their transformations at the transition between the Late Neolithic and the Early Bronze Age (c. 4300-2000 BCE). The project is centred on the exploration of two settlement sites marked by a series of multicellular stone structures used most likely for domestic purposes, and previously unexplored. The site known as SHI 4, identified by the Joint Hadd Project in the late 80s, is attributed to the 4 th millennium BCE. Quite similar in what concerns the structural layout and the extension of the settled area, but characterised by a different array of material assemblages, the site of RJ 142 was occupied during the Early Bronze Age, and perhaps in previous phases. By starting fresh exploration at these sites and collecting a large set of data, the project intends to bring attention to a type of settlement quite widespread in this coastal area of the Sharqiyah region, between Sur and Ras Al Jinz, which has never been the object of in-depth investigations so far. Thanks to the investigation of the two sites, the diachronic perspective will shed light on the formative phases of this type of village community and on their evolution through time.
Field School
Time Of Magan Field School programs are an excellent opportunity for BA and MA students to gain experience in the field of Arabian Archaeology, and more broadly in settlement archaeology (excavation and documentation) and artefacts/ecofacts processing and recording. We provide a range of expert-led research focused training designed to introduce students to practical archaeological field methods, and to build and expand on knowledge and experience gained during your university studies.
Application and fees
The field school fees cover in-field transportation, field equipment, accommodation, all meals except Friday, instructor fees, and field trips to sites of interest in the area. Weekends are yours to explore the cultural and natural attractions in the area. Airfare and your personal gear are your responsibility.
- Minimum 7 / Maximum 15 participants
- Period: January 31, 2025– February 28, 2025 (arrival on Thursdays, beginning of work in the field on Saturdays)
- 2 weeks minimum of participation are required. It is advised to participate for 4 weeks
All fees should be paid 1 month before arrival.
- Total fee for 2-weeks session: 1700 US dollars + $55 visa
- Total fee for 4-weeks session 2800 US dollars + $55 visa Airfare and personal insurance not included in the fees
Application method: Send CV and letter of motivation to fieldschooloman@gmail.com.
Application deadline: Applications will be considered upon submission and can be sent until 20 December 2024 and no later.
You can find the full flyer for the upcoming Field School here.