Unit name | Independent Study |
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Unit code | ARCH20062 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | I/5 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Professor. Hodos Lucas |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | Department of Anthropology and Archaeology |
Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
This unit provides a structured and supervised opportunity for students to pursue an independent research project to develop a focused understanding of the archaeological and historical development of a region not already covered by the curriculum. Regions could include Athens and its environs, or Rome and its environs, for example, but are not limited to them. Students work with a supervisor to identify an aspect of critical analysis, to determine appropriate research methods, formulate an argument and structure an effective portfolio. Some travel bursaries are available to allow and support specific site visits.
Unit Aims: To introduce students to the study of
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
6 x 1hr meetings with academic supervisor
Appropriate site visits
One 5000-word portfolio (100%). Assesses ILOs 1-6
Reading and references will be provided individually according to the agreed project.