ANTHRO 317

Field Methods in Archaeology


Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for ANTHRO 317.

Description

This course outlines field method in archaeology through practical experience and theoretical investigation. The field school in February involves participation in an active research project to learn a range of practical skills. During the semester we will cover the theoretical underpinnings for the field methods employed and the legislative framework for archaeological practice in New Zealand and globally, in addition to applying these skills in coursework.

This course will require you to engage with literature and debate on key issues in archaeological field practice, data recording and analysis in New Zealand and abroad. We will use the Ahuahu Great Mercury Island archaeological project as a case study. The assessment for the course is designed to reflect the research process of archaeology. This includes developing a research proposal, writing a field report, and presenting the results of your research.

Class limits information for 2017: Enrolment is limited to 16 students, with selection based on: First priority: students majoring in Anthropology or Anthropological Science, ranked by GPA in their best three Anthropology or Anthropological Science courses. Second priority: students with an Anthropology minor, ranked by GPA in their best three Anthropology or Anthropological Science courses. Other students will be offered places in the course, if available, according to their GPA in their best three Anthropology courses.

View the course syllabus

Availability 2017

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Rebecca Phillipps

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

ANTHRO 317: 15 points

Prerequisites

ANTHRO 200 passed with a grade of B- or higher

Restrictions

ANTHRO 737