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 107-009 The Great Archaeologists

Note

Formerly available as 104-269/369. Students who have completed 104-269/369 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Prof F Sear

Prerequisites

see Prerequisites.

Semester

Not Offered (view timetable)

Subject Description

This subject involves a history of archaeology from the 18th to the 20th century. The subject shows how archaeology developed from its beginnings in Renaissance antiquarianism to assume a major role with the growth of Empire. Students should complete the subject with a grasp of the major turning points in the history of archaeology, the introduction of new techniques and the importance of scientific analysis in 20th century archaeology; and of the contribution of major figures such as Petrie, Schliemann, Woolley and Evans.



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