Maritime Archaeologist

Imagine being a detective for ancient shipwrecks and underwater cities! That's a bit like what a Maritime Archaeologist does. In the UK, these experts explore and study the hidden history beneath our seas, rivers, and even lakes. They search for old ships, planes, submerged landscapes, and other artefacts that tell us about how people lived, travelled, and worked hundreds or even thousands of years ago. Their work involves a lot more than just diving; they use special equipment like sonar to find things, plan exciting expeditions, carefully excavate underwater sites, and then preserve and study what they find. They also spend time researching old maps and documents, writing reports, and helping museums display their discoveries. It's a fantastic job for someone who loves history, the sea, and solving mysteries, and is happy to work outdoors in all sorts of weather, sometimes in remote locations. You'd learn a lot about science, history, and even engineering to do this job well.