Module Provider: |
School of Continuing Education |
Number of credits: |
20 [10 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
C (Certificate) |
Terms in which taught: |
Spring and Summer |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
E
Betts |
Pre-requisites: |
CD1AR1
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Module version for: |
2006/7 |
Aims:
This module aims to provide the student with a broad overview of the archaeological record for the Post-Roman period in Northern Europe. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module it is expected that the student will be able to:
Describe the nature of the archaeological record for different periods and regions
Comment on and appraise interpretations of the record
Assess the contribution of archaeological data to an historical period
Identify the main areas of current debate and be able to elaborate on the issues |
Additional outcomes:
The module aims to develop students written and oral communication skills in terms of presentation, structure and self expression in relation to specific problems under study. It will also encourage the development of critical analysis and synthesis skills , as well as effective group performance, problem-solving, use of IT in the production of coursework and the process of information gathering. |
Outline content:
This module focuses on post-Roman Europe. It looks at the archaeological evidence for the period and what the evidence tells us about society. The course looks particularly at the interpretations of the evidence; covers important themes, and engages with ongoing archaeological debates. Themes covered include the migrations of Anglo-Saxon England and Celtic Britain and Ireland, and the economy of post-Roman Europe and the significance of burial and warfare. Emphasis is placed on social structure and change, urbanism, landscape, rural sites, economy, religion, belief and ideology. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
One two-and-a-half hour session per week for 12 weeks, plus one five-hour Saturday session for fieldwork, and one tutorial. Teaching methods include short lectures, structured class discussion, oral presentations and team activity. |
Contact hours:
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Autumn |
Spring |
Summer |
| Lectures |
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25 |
10 |
| Tutorials/seminars |
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0.5 |
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| Practicals |
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Total hours |
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25.5 |
10 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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2 |
1 |
| Other (eg major seminar paper) |
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Assessment:
Coursework :
Students will write two essays, one of which may take the form of a presentation, team exercise or other written assignment (eg a case study or interpretation of evidence).
Relative percentage of coursework :40%
Examinations
One three-hour unseen paper to be taken in June. This contributes 60% of the overall contribution
Requirements for a pass:
A mark of 40% overall
Reassessment arrangements:
Re-assessment in September. Re-assessment will be by re-examination and re-assessment of coursework. |
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