Admission requirements
None.
Description
The course provides an overview of the highlights of European archaeology. The series is structured around important themes that are relevant across periods and geographic regions. Themes are illustrated by crucial case studies taken from across European Archaeology.
The course instills familiarity with the research history of European Archaeology, with the diversity of human societies from Pleistocene hunter-gatherers to historic urban states and with the breadth of human experience.
Assignments are geared towards training in data analysis and sound archaeological reasoning and provide a crucial preparation for the research design of the MA-thesis.
Course objectives
Awareness of research history;
In-depth knowledge of European archaeology;
Proficiency in collaborative writing;
Proficiency in presenting;
Communication of research findings to academic audience.
Timetable
Course schedule details can be found in MyTimetable.
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Mode of instruction
Seminar.
Assessment method
Final poster (individual): 50% of grade;
Weekly group assignments: 40% of grade;
Contribution to discussion: 10% of grade.
Assessment deadlines:
The dates of exams and retakes can be found in MyTimetable. The deadlines of papers, essays and assignments are communicated through Brightspace.
Reading list
TBA on Brightspace.
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.
General information about registration can be found on the Course and exam enrolment page.
Exchange and Study Abroad students, please contact the exchange coordinator for information on how to apply.
Contact
For more information about this course, please contact Dr. G.L.(Gerrit) Dusseldorp.