107-214 Island Archaeology: Malta and Gozo

Strict enrolment deadlines apply to subjects taught intensively. The subject dates and HECS/course fee census date for this subject change each year. Check your enrolment record for the correct census date for this subject.

This subject introduces the extensive material culture of Malta and Gozo, from the earliest settlements of the Neolithic farmers (c. 5000 BC) through the Phoenician colonization to the Roman period of the second century AD. One important goal is to situate Malta in the wider context of the ancient Mediterranean and examine issues that are specifically island-oriented. The rich heritage of the archipelago such as the numerous megalithic buildings of the Temple period (4100-2500 BC) will form the backdrop for a study of cultural organisation, land use, social hierarchy and religious practices.

• be skilled in critical thinking and analysis;

• possess effective written communication skills;

• have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.

An essay of 3000 words 37.5% (due in the first week of semester one 2006), an essay of 3000 words 37.5% (due in week 5 of semester one 2006), a field book of 1500 words 15% (due 7 January 2006), and on site/tutorial participation of 500 words 10% (due 7 January 2006).

• M Patton, Islands in Time: Island Sociogeography and Mediterranean Prehistory. Routledge 1996.
• D H Trump, Malta. Prehistory and Temples. Midsea Books 2002.