Led by Simon Miles, this one-day course will provide an introduction to the uses of GIS and QGIS for archaeological purposes. It is intended for newcomers to the key concepts and capabilities of the programme. Topics covered will include:
What is GIS?
Core principles of GIS
What is QGIS and why use it?
Setup and install QGIS
Learning the basics of QGIS
(Loading, Styling and Editing data)
Finding Data
Led by Simon Miles, this one-day course will provide an introduction to the uses of GIS and QGIS for archaeological purposes. It is intended for newcomers to the key concepts and capabilities of the programme. Topics covered will include:
What is GIS?
Core principles of GIS
What is QGIS and why use it?
Setup and install QGIS
Learning the basics of QGIS
(Loading, Styling and Editing data)
Finding Data
Led by Simon Miles, this one-day course will provide an introduction to the uses of GIS and QGIS for archaeological purposes. It is intended for newcomers to the key concepts and capabilities of the programme. Topics covered will include:
What is GIS?
Core principles of GIS
What is QGIS and why use it?
Setup and install QGIS
Learning the basics of QGIS
(Loading, Styling and Editing data)
Finding Data
A major ambition for our new Early Modern group, led by Dr Catherine Ferguson, is to organise a palaeography course to increase the number of members and friends who are confident in reading and transcribing early modern documents in the pursuit of their research interests.
Discover the darker side of Ewell's history with a guided tour around its historic heart.
Cost: £5 per person. Meet in the foyer of Bourne Hall.
Places are limited so booking desirable. Contact: dbrooks@epsom-ewell.gov.uk
A pdf with further information is attached.
This September, Surrey Archaeological Society has received a National Lottery grant totalling £90,000 for an exciting two-year heritage project, Sustainable Impact, which is spread across various locations throughout Surrey. Made possible by money raised by National Lottery players, the project focuses on training its members to carry out fieldwork and strengthen the group’s outreach activities in the community.
The Surrey Archaeological Society Annual Symposium programme is now complete. Dr Peter Guest (Cardiff University) will be a keynote speaker on Roman coins - their significance in archaeological interpretation. The programme is as follows below. Book online by clicking on the Book tab above.
A booking form is attached as a pdf if you prefer to book via the office.
The 3rd Biennial Southeast England Regional Conference will be held in Kings Church Centre, Lewes.
Conference fee: £25, including coffee/tea/biscuits, buffet lunch and Conference publication
A programme and booking form are available on the attached pdf.
Details from: anthony.brook27@btinternet.com
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