arc5ait theoretical issues in archaeology

THEORETICAL ISSUES IN ARCHAEOLOGY

ARC5AIT

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

In the subject we will revisit some major and enduring theoretical issues in contemporary archaeology and investigate differing schools of thought that have developed in archaeology. The subject is aligned with more individualistic spheres of learning appropriate to postgraduate studies. Seminar-style classes place strong emphasis on student participation.

SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorAnita Smith

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Enrolment in the AMPA Master of Professional Archaeology or ADPA Graduate Diploma of Professional Archaeology or ACPA Graduate Certificate of Professional Archaeology

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsARC4ICA

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsMust be specialising in Archaeology

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Demonstrate specialist knowledge of theoretical issues in archaeology

02. Research and apply ethical frameworks and policies in the practice of archaeology and inclusion of stakeholders in cultural heritage issues

03. Demonstrate advanced academic and individual research skills

04. Interpret and transmit knowledge of archaeological theory and contemporary practice to specialist and non-specialist audiences

Subject options

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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAnita Smith

Class requirements

Block ModeWeek: 12 - 12
One 8.00 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 12 to week 12 and delivered via face-to-face.

Block ModeWeek: 11 - 11
One 8.00 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 11 and delivered via face-to-face.

Block ModeWeek: 14 - 14
One 8.00 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 14 to week 14 and delivered via face-to-face.

Block ModeWeek: 13 - 13
One 8.00 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 13 to week 13 and delivered via face-to-face.

Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Six 3.00 hours unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
Group exercise (500-word equivalent) Assessment rubric provided on LMS	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	10	SILO4
One 3,000-word essay Assessment rubric provided on LMS	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4
One 2,000-word literature review Assessment rubric provided on LMS	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	40	SILO1, SILO3, SILO4