MONASTIC ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD SCHOOL
The feeling of finding something from the Middle Ages with your own hands is incredible. That moment was the highlight of the dig for me. From start to finish, my time studying at St Andrews and digging at Lindores Abbey was an experience I would repeat in a heartbeat. Shawn P. (2024 Lindores MAFS Student)
About MAFS
The Monastic Archaeology Field School is committed to providing educational experiences through archaeological fieldwork. We aim to foster a deep understanding of historical monastic culture while encouraging a hands-on approach to learning.
We take a rigorous approach to teaching the fundamentals of field archaeology, including trench siting and layout, recording and planning, finds processing
At Lindores Abbey, we integrate field work with lectures and discussions about the history of monasticism from its roots to the era of reformation in the sixteenth century in Scotland.
Heritage Management is also a key focus, and students work toward our successful annual Open Day.
An optional three-session intensive introduction to bioarchaeology is also available to interested students in the St Andrews History & Archaeology Lab.
