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
Treasurer
Welfare and Inclusion Officer
Events Secretary
Publicity Officer
Secretary
Social Secretary
Welfare and Inclusion Officer
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 | £2.00 | 21/07/2025 - 30/06/2026 | Basic membership for those interested in joining the society! | |
| Professional Archaeologist | £5.00 | 21/07/2025 - 30/06/2026 | Premium membership for Archaeology with discounts for merch and paid events. |
Products
Available products to purchase for Archaeology Society
Zip Hoodie (Professional)
Zip Hoodie with customisation options for Professional Memberships!
All zip hoodies come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that we will check memberships and have the right to cancel orders if you do not have the Professional membership.
Zip Hoodie (Non-Member)
Zip Hoodie with customisation options for Non-members!
All zip hoodies come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Zip Hoodie (Amateur)
Zip Hoodie with customisation options for the amateur membership!
All zip hoodies come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that your membership will be checked and your order cancelled if you are not an 'amateur' member.
Sweatshirt (Professional)
Sweatshirt with customisation options for Professional Memberships!
All sweatshirts come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that we will check memberships and have the right to cancel orders if you do not have the Professional membership.
Sweatshirt (Non-Member)
Sweatshirt with customisation options for Non-members!
All sweatshirts come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Sweatshirt (Amateur)
Sweatshirt with customisation options for the amateur membership!
All sweatshirts come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
Optional print text on the back for £4 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that your membership will be checked and your order cancelled if you are not an 'amateur' member.
Quarter Zip Fleece (Professional)
Quarter Zip Fleece with customisation options for the Professional Memberships!
All Quarter Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that we will check memberships and have the right to cancel orders if you do not have the Professional membership.
Quarter Zip Fleece (Non-Member)
Quarter Zip Fleece with customisation options for Non-members!
All Quarter Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Quarter Zip Fleece (Amateur)
Quarter Zip Fleece with customisation options for the amateur membership!
All Quarter Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that your membership will be checked and your order cancelled if you are not an 'amateur' member.
Full Zip Fleece (Professional)
Full Zip Fleece with customisation options for the Professional Memberships!
All Full Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that we will check memberships and have the right to cancel orders if you do not have the Professional membership.
Full Zip Fleece (Non-Member)
Full Zip Fleece with customisation options for Non-members!
All Full Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Full Zip Fleece (Amateur)
Full Zip Fleece with customisation options for the amateur membership!
All Full Zip Fleeces come with the University crest and 'Archaeology Society' embroidered on the left breast pocket.
Optional embroidered initials on the right breast pocket for £3 extra.
See our linktree (Instagram bio) for documents and forms with colours and sizes.
Please note that your membership will be checked and your order cancelled if you are not an 'amateur' member.
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
Download ConstitutionHealth & 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
- Study and Coffee Morning/Midday (28/02/2025)
- Quiz and Pizza Event Risk Assessment (10/03/2025)
- Broadway Drinking social (24/04/2025)
- Lecturer and Member's Meet up (21/05/2025)
- Picnic on the Common with games - revised (03/06/2025)
- Give It A Go Flint Knapping Risk Assessment (07/08/2025)
- Club and Society General Risk Assessment 2025/2026 (11/09/2025)
- Pub Golf Risk Assessment 25.09.25 (11/09/2025)
- ArchSoc Quiz Risk Assessment 09.10.25 (29/09/2025)
- Silly Shirt Lucky Dip Social 16.10.25 (30/09/2025)
- Film Night Risk Assessment (revised) 23.10.25 (06/10/2025)
- Halloween Social Risk Assessment 30.10.25 (21/10/2025)
- Pub and Games Risk Assessment 06.11.25 (26/10/2025)
- Archaeology Society x Quadball Club Social Event 12.11.25 (30/10/2025)
- Flint Knapping Event Risk Assessment 17.11.25 (04/11/2025)
- ArchSoc Charity Quiz Risk Assessment 20.11.25 (10/11/2025)
- 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)
Upcoming Events
Check out our upcoming events below: