ANTHRO 207

Coming of the Maori

Please note: this is archived course information from 2014 for ANTHRO 207.

Description

An introduction to New Zealand’s archaeological history, from early Māori origins to the initial period of Western contact. Tropical Polynesian adaptations to New Zealand’s temperate climate, Māori’s rich material culture and arts, resource use and environmental change, development of classic Māori society and the emerging field of historic archaeology are covered. No field trip.

Availability 2014

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Professor Melinda S. Allen

Reading/Texts

Recommended Reading

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

ANTHRO 207: 15 points

Prerequisites

ANTHRO 101 or 30 points at Stage I in Museums and Cultural Heritage or 60 points passed

Corequisites

Restrictions

ANTHRO 365