Dinosaurs, treasure and mummies
My name is Alice and I’m an archaeologist. I study a BSc in Archaeology and I’m currently working with North Lincolnshire council in the historic environment record, which is a…
Monthly Archives: March 2012
The more you learn, the more you realise how little you knew
Audit So where do I start with Audit? I am an external auditor with some fairly substantial experience in auditing high profile audits in local government, housing and the health…
A first time for everything
Hello, My name is Katie and I do BSc Archaeology. I am currently in my placement year based in Cardiff, having decided on doing the 4 year course. I’m originally…
“Did the Egyptians used to crucify people? I’ll ask you because you will know”
This is just one of many ridiculous questions we have been asked on the site I am currently working on. I am currently studying a BA in Archaeology. I have…
Let There Be Light
Ironically it happens to be a sunny day in London today. If you didn’t recognize that tower its the BT Tower, that’s the building adjacent to the Arup offices I am working in…
How much for gas?! Try UK prices
The Americans are feeling the pinch now as the price of gas is now peaking $4 a gallon (4.5 litres). They should try UK prices (£1.40 per litre). Oh and tax…
The Return Of The Zombies
Alright? I hope you are. I have to apologise that there is nothing really about zombies, but I would encourage you to read on and you will not regret. Industrial Placement, what…
Like A Boss at The Savoy Hotel
Yes, Savoy Hotel, London it is! Honestly, who would in their right mind say ‘no’ to free food and drinks at the Savoy? God forbid! I wouldn’t miss that once in…
Tick tock
My blog round has come so quick and it’s already March 2012, tick tock… As previously mentioned I claim myself to be the coffee-making expert at work, just to point out…
The pleasures of numbers and of technology
To those who are wondering why I took Accounting and Finance as a degree (mommy said so) and to those who are wondering why I took a placement in computing…