Perspectives

The Frankfurt minor studies program concludes with a Bachelor of Arts in Archaeological Sciences as the major. Building on this, German universities offer master's degree programs in various disciplines that incorporate archaeometric content and allow for theses with archaeometric topics or elements. Following this, pursuing a doctorate can be an option.

The fields of activity align with those of the main archaeological subjects: archaeological monument conservation, museums, universities, research institutes (e.g., German Archaeological Institute, Romano-Germanic Central Museum, Academies of Sciences, Max Planck Institutes).

The minor in archaeometry complements the archaeological bachelor's major in a meaningful way by providing interdisciplinary key skills and knowledge in the area of scientific archaeology. This broadens access to a wide range of potential career fields. The acquired knowledge particularly enables participation in technical facilities for archaeological monument conservation and museums.

Archaeologists trained in archaeometry are also qualified to contribute to projects with relevant interdisciplinary research focuses. However, pursuing an archaeological career in academia typically requires a master's degree. In the private sector, positions may be available with excavation companies, commercial laboratories, publishing, public relations, trade journalism, and specialized informatics.

For an overview of possible career paths and fields of activity, as well as interviews with alumni of Goethe University, visit the Career Service page "What’s Next?"