Successful pass (grade 5.6 or higher) of the Bone Bell Ringer Exam prior to the start of the course.
Description
This is a graduate seminar in human osteology and paleopathology, designed to further knowledge about what human remains can tell us about the past.
This class is for students who already have comprehensive training in the identification and basic analysis of human skeletal remains. It will be necessary for students who are developing research topics for their Master’s theses in osteoarchaeology, and of value to students who want to acquire the knowledge necessary to undertake doctoral research that involves human osteology.
The course emphasises how the application of scientific methods and the integration of biological and archaeological evidence to research hypotheses can aid in enhancing our reconstructions of human history. Methods covered include biomechanics, joint disease, dental disease, and infectious disease.
Course objectives
To develop an understanding of current methodological and theoretical topics in biological anthropology;
To increase knowledge about science-based approaches within the field of osteoarchaeology;
To practice basic human osteology and paleopathological identification and reporting skills;
To develop critical thinking skills.
Timetable
Course schedule details can be found in MyTimetable.
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Mode of instruction
Lecture;
Open laboratory time.
Assessment method
Participation (10%);
Assignments (50%);
Exam (30%)
Only the exam can be retaken.
Assessment deadlines:
The dates of exams and retakes can be found in MyTimetable. The deadlines of papers, essays and assignments are communicated through Brightspace.
Individual deadlines (assignments etc.) can be found in the syllabus and on Brightspace.
Reading list
To be announced.
Registration
Enrolment for all components of your study programme through MyStudymap is mandatory. This applies to both compulsory elements and elective credits. If you are not enrolled, you may not participate.
