Module Provider: |
Archaeology |
Number of credits: |
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
I (Intermediate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Autumn |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
H
Harke |
Pre-requisites: |
AR1TS1
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Current from: |
2005/6 |
Aims:
The module aims to give students a basic understanding of the nature of this transitional period between the collapse of the Roman Empire and the rise of medieval states. In particular, it aims to make students appreciate the use of various types of complementary evidence to infer the cultural and social dynamics of this period. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module, it is expected that the student will be able to:
identify and appraise the key characteristics of early medieval societies;
recognise the potential and problems of complementary types of evidence for this period (archaeological, environmental, textual, linguistic);
critically appraise existing interpretations of the evidence, and models and concepts of the period;
locate, extract and assemble information from a variety of sources;
organise the information to construct an argument in writing, both in essays and under timed conditions. |
Additional outcomes:
The seminars encourage students to develop their oral skills, presenting and defending particular arguments. The requirement to search for and locate information will provide opportunities for students to apply and develop their IT skills. |
Outline content:
The module provides an overview of early medieval western and northern Europe, c. AD 400 - 1000. At the beginning, the students are introduced to the main terminology, concepts and models of early medieval archaeology, and given an insight into the nature of 'Barbarian' societies outside the Roman Empire. The main block of lectures deals with key themes of the post-Roman and early medieval period in Europe: migrations, settlement, economy, society, religion, and art. Seminars are used to explain and discuss the nature and use of textual and place-name evidence in relation to the archaeological evidence of the period. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Illustrated lectures; two seminars in smaller groups, with structured discussion based on set reading. There is a revision class in the Summer term. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
| Lectures |
16 |
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| Tutorials/seminars |
4 |
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2 |
| Practicals |
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| Total hours |
20 |
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2 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
1 |
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Assessment:
Coursework
Students will write one essay of c.3000 words. The mark for this essay will be counted towards assessment. The essay must be submitted in the Autumn Term on a date set by the Department.
Relative percentage of coursework: 40%
Penalties for late submission
Penalties for late submission of course work will be in accordance with University policy.
Examinations
One unseen two-hour paper, to be taken at the time of Part 2 examinations.
Requirements for a pass
A mark of 40% overall.
Reassessment arrangements
Re-examination in August/September. |
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