Institute of Continuing Education (ICE)
Jean-Michel BallayJean has studied with ICE numerous times, completing the Undergraduate Certificate in Archaeology of Ancient Britain back in 2018, and the Undergraduate Certificate in Archaeology of the Ancient World in 2019, as well as a number of short courses.
I was born on the banks of the Loire, in Angers, and I’m now a deputy Head Teacher at a London junior school. Working full time, dealing with family life and studying can be a strain, but ICE has a setting highly conducive to learning: the right landscape, infrastructure, resources and top-notch expertise. Archaeology satisfies my curious mind. It’s not just about artefacts, it’s about knowing where you come from as a human being.
John is currently studying on the Undergraduate Certificate in Historic Building Conservation
This year, I plan to retire from financial crime assurance and pursue something different, which is why I’m learning new skills. If all goes well, ICE gives me the opportunity to follow a pathway through to a Master of Studies in Building History. My first experience at ICE was a History of Art Diploma. The course was the perfect combination of location, timing and content. Lecture days are a great opportunity to discuss topics with knowledgeable tutors and other students, and they also enforce some helpful motivation. It’s very satisfying to have an award from such a prestigious University, and the staff here were wonderful in supporting my studies through a family bereavement too.
Natalie studied on the Undergraduate Certificate in The Making of the English Landscape: Landscape History and Archaeology
I chose to study at ICE due to the flexibility of the course and the fact that it could fit around my other commitments. At ICE, we are all treated like adults rather than university students. The staff understand that everyone has different backgrounds and levels of education and teach us in a way that acknowledges and draws on that. I am hoping to gain a greater level of understanding in the subject and sense of accomplishment, and I would like to build on this learning for use in my professional life too. The staff have also been particularly supportive as I have suffered a close family bereavement, and I am able to continue on the course knowing there is no additional pressure coming from undertaking my studies.
We have a number of part-time Archaeology courses happening in 2021 including:
There are also a number of short and online courses in this area.
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