ARY2990

The archaeology and history of ancient Egypt: 1650-664 BCE

(ART)

Colin A. Hope

6 points + 2 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: A first-year sequence in Archaeology or permission

Synopsis: This subject entails the study of ancient Egypt from the end of the Middle Kingdom until its conquest by the Persians in 525 BCE. It will follow the same general themes and format as ARY 2970, but will also include an introduction to the international character of Egyptian culture throughout the period and examine Egypt's relations with the other Near Eastern and Mediterranean cultures. The subject will focus upon the New Kingdom.

Assessment: Slide test (500 words): 10% + Map assignment (500 words): 10% + Essay (2000 words): 45% + Examination (1.5 hours): 35%