World Prehistory (6 points)
(ARTS)
Leader: Ian McNiven
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: The overarching aims are to provide students with a broad understanding of how archaeologists have constructed a long-term picture of the evolution of human cultural diversity across the globe. On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to: 1. Understand key periods in the evolution of humanity in terms of changes in culture and patterns of global colonisation. 2. Appreciate why humans in different parts of the globe differ culturally. 3. Appreciate the origins of art and spiritual beliefs and question what it means to be human. 4. Appreciate the broad range of techniques used by archaeologists to infer behaviour from prehistoric remains excavated from the earth. 5. Develop basic skills in critically evaluating archaeological findings and theories. 6. Appreciate major scientific debates in understanding human origins and long-term cultural developments.
Assessment: Minor essay (1000 words): 20% + Major essay (2000 words): 40% + Examination (1.5 hrs, 1500 words): 30% + Tutorial attendance & participation: 10%
Contact Hours: 3 hours (2 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial/video viewing) per week
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