17th November 2013, 06:23 PM
Tool Wrote:OK, I've not been about that long in this business, but it does appear that those who do take to this mad world do tend to be able to keep a pretty steady stream of employment regardless of who for. I'd expect to see quite a high drop-out rate for those starting in the business, as the reality on the ground I suspect is considerably harsher than taught at Uni. But, if you stick it for three years or so, there's a good chance that you've got the bug, you've got the contacts and your name is known.
I think that's absolutely right. I also suspect that these days many archaeology graduates do not even bother to dip their toes in the water, so they give up before giving up!!. The percentage of archaeologists in their 20s in the most recent PtP survey is 13%, in 2002 it was 26%...
With peace and consolation hath dismist, And calm of mind all passion spent...