'The Real Manchester University'

StoneLifter Dec 4, 2006 12:19:36

The first degree that archaeologists get is as a Bachelor of the Arts (B.A.). This is why arch. can be described as a 'pseudo-science'. It's not really scientific - despite C-14 dating. One of the formalities that are followed is the scientific Naming Convention. A person that discovers something gets the first pick in naming it. Usually I use prosaic terms based on the local placenames. But if I want to name a recent discovery 'The Real Manchester University' then surely that's my perogative, as finder ?

TMA Ed Dec 4, 2006 12:37:15

Replying to StoneLifter

For those who didn't see it before I renamed it, Stonelifter is referring to his latest barrow discovery, to which he gave the name "The Real Manchester University."

I think (as with 'known' sites) perhaps it is best if everyone sticks to local names or those related to their geographical location (when they are widely recognised as genuine prehistoric sites they can be changed to whatever you please, if that is the prerogative of the finder).

I trust this will be generally considered reasonable by TMA contributors, although please feel welcome to voice your disagreement.

Thankyou,
TMA Ed.

Also, I do believe there are many universities where you can obtain a BSc in Archaeology (though perhaps not Manchester).