Archaeology

Hi, I'm Yaren KESKİN, a 3rd year student at Pamukkale University, Department of Archeology. Our department is located in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in the central campus of Kınıklı. Our department was established in 1997. Educational life started in 2002-2003. Denizli's location in the ancient Phrygian Region, where Denizli is located, was established for the purpose of unearthing, researching and documenting the ancient settlements of the city of Denizli and its surroundings. It also aimed to train qualified archaeologists for Turkey and its region. From the 1st year of our department, we take courses in order from the paloritic periods, which we call the early period, until the Roman period. There are 4 excavation study rooms in the research laboratory of our department. In addition, there is a library of ceramics and a restoration laboratory for the excavations. Students are provided with the opportunity to work in this field. Graduates of our department can work in the Turkish Historical Society, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, in museums and as academics in universities. Archeology was a curiosity for me from an early age; I witnessed live excavations in the ancient city of Ephesus, which was my source of inspiration. I had the opportunity to talk to archaeologists and my curiosity increased and was reflected on my education. Denizli is a warm and lively city. I chose to study at Pamukkale University due to the social opportunities provided by the university and the support provided by the archeology department. While studying in my department, I benefit from the articles of my professors, research centers and most importantly libraries. After graduation, I want to continue my education by doing a master's and doctorate degree. People who will choose archeology should be good researchers who are full of curiosity. Of course, there are pros and cons in every profession. One should have full confidence in themselves, everything will go in the direction you want in business life after education. Rooted and developed Pamukkale University welcomes all candidates.