For those unfamiliar with John’s background, he commenced studying with us a number of years ago as a part-time mature student. Taking advantage of the flexibility provided by the articulation of modules on the evening and day-time programmes, he graduated with first class honours. He was then awarded one of two University Alumni postgraduate scholarships which required him to represent the University at various functions promoting the University. He also has taught for us in recent sessions.
John’s thesis is entitled “In search of the People of La Manche: A comparative study of the funerary practices in the Transmanche region during the late Neolithic and early Bronze Age (2500BC – 1500BC)”. His work fostered valuable contacts with the University of Ghent, Université Charles-de-Gaulle Lille 3, and the Institut National de Recherches Archéologiques (INRAP). The thesis was completed and examined within the writing-up year.