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You will generally live or be studying in Cambridgeshire with a keen interest in archaeology, and must be at least 17 years of age at the time of completing the entry report. From 2018 the prize is open to First Year Archaeology undergraduates at the University of Cambridge.
Applications
You must submit a report on your investigation into an aspect of archaeology, which can include landscape archaeology. We would normally expect the report to be in the region of 3,000 words. If you are studying, the report may be one that you have submitted or are going to submit to satisfy your course. An application form is available on request to info@cafg.net.
Although CAFG is particularly pleased to receive applications involving a practical project, the presence of practical work is not a requirement. The application must, however, show evidence of original research and interpretation.
The report may be submitted in paper or digital format.
In addition you must submit a statement showing evidence of an existing interest in archaeology, outlining proposals for taking your interest in archaeology further, and explaining how the money will help to take this interest forward.
You must complete the application form giving details of name, age, address etc, and parental acceptance for those under 18.
The name and address of a referee must be given, normally a course tutor in the case of students. Please seek the referee's consent to their name being given. The referee will normally be contacted if you are short-listed.
Applications must be submitted by 1st June of that calendar year.
Assessment:
The report and statement will be assessed by a panel, normally comprising the President, Chairman and two others appointed by agreement of the Committee of CAFG. The panel will take into account the level of any course being studied.
The criteria for the assessment of the report will include:
* The overall quality of the document in terms of its presentation and style
* Evidence for the use of written sources and their appropriate citation
* The quality of the interpretation of data or written evidence
You will be informed of the decision prior to the presentation
Presentation:
The award will be made at the October lecture meeting of CAFG.
Training Courses:
If you choose to apply for help with course fees, whether a training excavation or, for example, landscape surveying, the course must be organised by a recognised body, such as an Archaeological Unit or educational establishment and must include an agreement to provide suitable training.
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