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    Overview

    Advanced study of archaeological excavation methods and excavation management.

    This paper exposes students to the practical problems and issues of archaeological fieldwork. In addition to advanced training in field methods, it provides students with practical experience in the ethics of excavation and in working in the field with stakeholder groups. There is an emphasis in the course on how to communicate the results of excavation in terms of statutory requirements, research and public engagement.

    ANTH 505 is a core paper in the Master of Archaeological Practice (MArchP).

    About this paper

    Paper title Advanced Archaeological Excavation
    Subject Anthropology
    EFTS 0.2500
    Points 30 points
    Teaching period(s) 1st Non standard period (29 January 2024 - 19 June 2024) (Distance learning)
    1st Non standard period (29 January 2024 - 19 June 2024) (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $2,551.75
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Limited to
    MArchP
    Notes
    Students intending to enrol must contact the Department by 16 December. Attendance at a field school in February is required, except under exceptional circumstances.
    Eligibility

    Students taking this course would be expected to have prior experience in the study of archaeological field methods.

    Contact

    anne.ford@otago.ac.nz

    Teaching staff

    Co-ordinator: Associate Professor Anne Ford

    Contributing lecturer: Dr Charles Radclyffe

    Paper Structure

    The paper requires attendance at a three week archaeological field excavation.

    Textbooks

    There are no set text books but a reading guide is provided as part of the Course Outline documents.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised

    Communication, cultural understanding, global perspective.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.

    Learning Outcomes

    On completion of this paper students will be able to:

    • Design an excavation programme that addresses ethical, statutory and research needs;
    • Apply appropriate field methodology to achieve the needs of the excavation programme;
    • Communicate the outcomes of the excavation in the area of research;
    • Communicate the outcomes of the excavation in the area of public communication and engagement;
    • Communicate the outcomes of the excavation in the area of statutory reporting obligations.

    Timetable

    1st Non standard period (29 January 2024 - 19 June 2024)

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught through Distance Learning
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    1st Non standard period (29 January 2024 - 19 June 2024)

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard
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