Course overview
This course takes students on a journey across time and place to explore key archaeological discoveries and question the ways these discoveries have changed our understanding of the human story. Using case studies from Europe, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East students will be introduced to famous archaeological sites including those of the classical world. How have these places influenced our understanding of human history? How do they connect with key themes in human development such as the emergence of agriculture? How has the study of material culture impacted our understanding of the past, present and future.
- Archaeology And Human Evolution
- Great Challenges In Human History
- Global Encounters
Course learning outcomes
- Design a conservation strategy centred on a specific human behaviour that demonstrates understanding in persuasive communication, psychological principles, and community based social marketing
- Understand key archaeological concepts and practices
- Draw together key events and individuals in the history of archaeology
- Critically analyse literature pertaining to archaeological discoveries
- Be aware of the complexity and sophistication of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and heritage
- Understand the role that archaeology has played in better understanding the human story and communicate this knowledge to others