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All areas of study information should be read in conjunction with the relevant course entry in the Handbook. The units listed for this area of study relate only to the 'Requirements' outlined in the Faculty of Arts component of any bachelors double degrees.
DescriptionArchaeology and ancient history is the study and reconstruction of past societies and their evolution. This major considers material culture (art, architecture, ceramics, objects of daily use) together with social structure, religious beliefs and cultural philosophy. The study of ancient literature and documentary evidence is stressed. The focus is on the study of the cultures of Egypt, Minoan Crete, Mycenaean Greece and Classical Greece, the Estruscans and Rome. Other cultures encountered are Assyria, Babylon, Persia and the early city-states of the Near East. UnitsFirst-year levelStudents studying a sequence in archaeology and ancient history must complete two units (12 points) from the following: Second/Third-year levelStudents studying a minor or major in archaeology and ancient history must have completed the first-year sequence. In addition:
A minimum of three units must be taken at third year level. Available units include:
Units not offered in 2010
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