Archaeology Society
A subject group for students of, and those interested in, Archaeology at the University of Southampton. We provide social and educational opportunities, activities and trips relevant to the subject, especially to help students (and staff in the Archaeology department!) mix. We aim to broaden and support the understanding of Archaeology in the University and provide support to students where needed.
Welcome to the University of Southampton Archaeology Society aka. ArchSoc.
We are a subject group for students of, and those interested in, the many facets of archaeology; recent, distant or the in-between. We aim to provide social and educational opportunities and trips of interest relevant to the subject. We also aim to broaden and support the understanding of archaeology in the University and further.
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Archaeology Society this year are:
President
- In overall charge of the society committee
Treasurer
- In charge of the society's finances
Welfare and Inclusion Officer
- In charge of fostering a welcoming environment and dealing with any welfare issues
Events Secretary
- In charge of planning events, including their risk assessments
Publicity Officer
- In charge of publicising and promoting society events
Secretary
- In charge of the e-mail account and taking minutes at meetings
Social Secretary
- In charge of planning socials, including their risk assessments
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Archaeology Society, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amateur Archaeologist 26/27 | £2.00 | 21/07/2026 - 30/06/2027 | Basic membership for those interested in joining the society! | |
| Professional Archaeologist 26/27 | £5.00 | 13/08/2026 - 30/06/2027 | Premium membership for Archaeology with discounts for merch and paid events. |
Products
Available products to purchase for Archaeology Society
Humanities Winter Ball - Non Dining Tickets
Join Archaeology Society, English Society, Politics Society and Philosophy Society for a Masquerade themed Winter Ball at the Papillon in Southampton on Tuesday 24th November at 21.30
Last entry: 21.45
Tickets include a Semsu DJ, a photographer and an all-night party.
Dress code is black-tie masquerade!
(Food not included in this ticket)
Fishbourne Palace Day Trip
Join Archaeology Society for a day trip to Fishbourne Roman Palace!
Explore the largest Roman house in Britain, its impressive collection of mosaics, scenic gardens and more...
Also enjoy the Festive Extravaganza with plenty of stalls, crafts and live music!
Tickets include entry to Fishbourne and a return coach journey from Avenue Campus
Time: TBC but likely 9:30 departure and 16:00 return
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Privacy Notice which describes how they use personal data collected
Download Privacy NoticeHealth & Safety
All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Archaeology Society are available to view below
- Scooby Doo Dress Up Social Risk Assessment 27.11.25 (19/11/2025)
- ArchSoc Charity Event Forfeits Risk Assessment 01.12.25 (25/11/2025)
- Stags Pub and Karaoke Risk Assessment 11.12.25 (25/11/2025)
- Drink Dress Up Social 22.10.25 (12/01/2026)
- Quiz and Pub Risk Assessment 30.01.26 (18/01/2026)
- 19.02.26 Three-Legged Race Pub Crawl Risk Assessment (02/02/2026)
- 25.02.26 Pottery Making Event (02/02/2026)
- Escape Room Risk Assessment 12.02.26 (05/02/2026)
- Historical Pub Crawl Risk Assessment 19.03.26 (10/03/2026)
- Revised - End of Year Departmental Event 29.05.26 (22/05/2026)
- General Risk Assessment 2026-2027 (19/08/2026)
- Jewellery Making (Give It A Go event) Risk Assesment, 22.09.26 (29/08/2026)
- Humanities Winter Ball (27/10/2026)
- Fishbourne Roman Palace Trip RA (27/10/2026)
- Revised Fishbourne Roman Palace Trip RA (date changed) (02/11/2026)
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events below: