The Bachelor's Program in Sumerology may not be suitable for students who do not have a specific interest and skill set. This program is an intensive study of ancient Sumerian language, history, culture and archaeology. Therefore, for individuals who have no interest in ancient civilizations or languages, and who do not see such topics as a career goal, the program can be challenging in terms of both motivation and academic achievement.
Because the program includes detailed linguistic studies and analysis of ancient texts, it can be tedious and difficult to understand for students who have no interest in learning languages and dealing with ancient writing systems. Learning a complex writing system such as cuneiform and translating texts in ancient languages requires great patience and attention. Therefore, for students who prefer not to deal with such linguistic details, the program may not be satisfying.
In addition, a significant part of the program is devoted to practical archaeological work and field research. Sumerology can be a difficult discipline for students who do not enjoy or wish to engage in such physically and at times challenging activities. Fieldwork often requires working in harsh climatic conditions and outside the comfort zone.
Sumerology is a rather niche field and graduates often pursue careers in academic circles, museums or research institutions. Therefore, for individuals with broader job prospects or those interested in applied sciences, this program may be incompatible with their career goals. For individuals who prefer non-academic, more dynamic and fast-result-oriented work environments, the Sumerology program may not meet their expectations.
As a result, the Sumerology program can be challenging both academically and career-wise for students who do not have specific interests and skills. This program may not be suitable for individuals who are not deeply interested in ancient languages and cultures and who place less emphasis on theoretical knowledge than on practical and applied work. These factors are among the reasons why potential students may not choose this program.