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Archaeology of the Classical Greek World (ANCW20027)
Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2020
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Overview
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The subject examines the archaeology, art and architecture of classical Greece, with emphasis on the fifth and fourth centuries BCE. In addition to the city of Athens, studies will be made of sites throughout Greece, including sanctuaries, cemeteries, farms, marketplaces, industry sites, and maritime ports. Noteworthy developments in Greek art from the Geometric Period onwards, including pottery and sculpture, will be examined in the light of archaeological evidence. Students will handle genuine archaeological artefacts, engaging in a detailed analysis of material culture housed in the university's collection.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of this subject students will:
- apply appropriate critical skills and archaeological methodologies to the research and analysis of classical Greek civilisation;
- identify, analyse, and engage critically with both primary sources (including material culture) and secondary scholarship in the interpretation of classical Greek civilisation;
- demonstrate a detailed knowledge and understanding of the material culture of classical Greek civilisation;
- approach all evidence about classical Greek civilisation with intellectual honesty and a respect for ethical values;
- work effectively, in groups and independently, to identify, discuss and critically analyse key issues in the interpretation of classical Greek civilisation;
- communicate interpretations of classical Greek material culture and artefacts effectively, both orally and in writing.
Generic skills
By the end of this subject students will develop the following skills:
- critical thinking and analytical skills;
- academic writing;
- independent research and information management;
- collaboration with others;
- computer literacy.
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
Semester 2
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Artefact analysis
| Week 5 | 25% |
Presentation during tutorial
| From Week 7 to Week 11 | 25% |
Research essay
| During the examination period | 50% |
Hurdle requirement: Class attendance is required for this subject, if you do not attend a minimum of 80% of classes without an approved exemption you will not be eligible for a pass in this subject. All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass this subject. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Additional details
Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Dates & times
Not available in 2020
Last updated: 19 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Science
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 19 April 2024