SMA Student Colloquium
Each year the Society runs a Student Colloquium for students of medieval archaeology and its associated disciplines. It provides a platform for postgraduates and early career professionals to share their research. The Student Colloquium is organised by the SMA Student Representative, with support from the Society, and is usually hosted by the university where they are completing their studies. Details of the next colloquium are below.
2025 Student Colloquium
We are excited to announce that the SMA student conference 2025 will be hosted at the University of Exeter, Digital Humanities Lab from Thursday 31st July to Saturday 2nd August!
We invite papers from across the medieval period (5th-16th centuries) and from all geographical areas. Papers from subjects outside archaeology but with a broader medieval significance are welcomed. We are particularly keen to encourage those adopting an interdisciplinary approach.
Please use this form to submit your abstract (https://forms.gle/2KpE7P9sJicT8aD17). If you encounter any issues, feel free to contact Hannah at medarchstudentrep@gmail.com or alternatively at hdb205@exeter.ac.uk.
Registration is FREE for all members of the Society and £20 for all non-members. For further information of how to join, please visit: http://medievalarchaeology.co.uk/how-to-join/
Abstract deadline: Monday April 28th
Registration Open: Monday May 5th
We look forward to seeing you there!
Details of past student colloquiua can be viewed here.
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SMA Conference 2025 Programme of Talks
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SMA Student Colloquium – Registration Now Open!
We are pleased to announce that the SMA conference 2025 is now open for registration! The conference will be hosted at the University of Exeter, Digital Humanities Lab, from Thursday 31st July to Saturday 2nd August 2025. The event is hybrid so you are also welcome to join us online. Please use this form to
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