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  School of Archaeology and Tourism - Department of Archaeology

Department Strategy


Our Mission

Our mission at the department of Archaeology is to create , enhance , opportunities of theoretical and practical research and cooperation between all related national and international research bodies in Jordan . this kind of networking and cooperation designed to be a platform for all students , academicians and thos interested in archaeological field in or​der to exchange experiences , workshops , and conferences. Furthermore ,increasing the university global reach and reputation and attract students and sholars from all over the world.

Our Vision

Our Vision: Providing a distinguish learning and training that cover all historical ages since the pre-historic age till the Islamic period, and deepen our student's knowledge in the science of Archaeology and related topic, throug​h providing them with necessary in- field and lab training.

Our GOALS

Our GOALS:
  1. Preparation of scientific competencies qualifying in Archaeological Sciences to supplement the local, regional and global market.
  2. Detection of archaeological sites in Jordan and conduct surveys and archaeological excavation and rehabilitation of tourism marketing.
  3. Provide the Museum of Archaeology, University of Jordan, and local museums with the necessary new cultural materials.
  4. Scientific publishing in the global, regional and local refereed journals.
  5. Broadcast cultural awareness among university students and the local community of the importance of cultural heritage.
  6. Organizing global conferences and seminars related to the cultural heritage of Jordan, such as the Conference of Nabataean civilization and others.
  7. Cooperation with the international centers in Jordan, which will open broad prospects for our staff and our students to engage in joint field projects through which gets the exchange of experiences.