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Understanding the application of archaeological approaches and methods in a heritage management context, with a focus on New Zealand and the Pacific.

This paper explores the application of archaeological approaches and methods within a heritage context and how we can understand the diverse relationships between people, places and the past. Students will develop knowledge about the ways in which heritage is identified, managed and protected in New Zealand, the Pacific, and in a wider global context.

ANTH 550 is a core paper in the Master of Archaeological Practice (MArchP).

About this paper

Paper title Archaeology and Heritage Practice
Subject Anthropology
EFTS 0.2500
Points 30 points
Teaching period(s) Full Year (Distance learning)
Full Year (On campus)
Delivery mode The Distance Learning offering of this paper is taught and assessed remotely
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $2,867.00
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Limited to
MA(Coursework), MArchP
Contact

Dr Zac McIvor

Teaching staff

Dr Zac McIvor

Textbooks

There will be no set text books for this course but a course reading guide will be provided with the Course Outline.

Course outline

Will be available on Blackboard at the beginning of the course.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Communication, Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

On completion of this paper students will be able to:

  • Critically analyse important concepts, theories and methods in archaeology and heritage studies
  • Identify and articulate key debates in archaeological heritage management
  • Draw on a range of evidence to assess the values of archaeological sites and heritage places, and to recognise the rationales for different points of view
  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the importance of consultation and engagement with communities and stakeholders in the management of land-based heritage places

Overview

Understanding the application of archaeological approaches and methods in a heritage management context, with a focus on New Zealand and the Pacific.

This paper explores the application of archaeological approaches and methods within a heritage context and how we can understand the diverse relationships between people, places and the past. Students will develop knowledge about the ways in which heritage is identified, managed and protected in New Zealand, the Pacific and in a wider global context.

ANTH 550 is a core paper in the Master of Archaeological Practice (MArchP).

About this paper

Paper title Archaeology and Heritage Practice
Subject Anthropology
EFTS 0.2500
Points 30 points
Teaching period(s) Semester 2 (Distance learning)
Semester 2 (On campus)
Delivery mode The Distance Learning offering of this paper is a combination of remote and in-person teaching, and involves in-person assessment
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Limited to
MA(Coursework), MArchP
Contact

MArchP@otago.ac.nz

Teaching staff

Associate Professor Karen Greig

Textbooks

There are no set textbooks for this course, however a reading list will be provided in the course outline.

Course outline

The course outline will be available on Aoroa at the beginning of the course.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Communication, Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

On completion of this paper students will be able to:

  • Critically analyse important concepts, theories and methods in archaeology and heritage studies.
  • Identify and articulate key debates in archaeological heritage management.
  • Draw on a range of evidence to assess the values of archaeological sites and heritage places, and to recognise the rationales for different points of view.
  • Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the importance of consultation and engagement with communities and stakeholders in the management of land-based heritage places.
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