107-274 New Kingdom Egypt and the World Beyond

This subject will introduce students to New Kingdom imperial Egypt. During the 18th and 19th dynasties Egypt enjoyed a level of prosperity, stability, artistic creativity and international prestige unsurpassed in its history. Topics such as trade, international diplomacy, military conquests, and the transmission of cultural influences and ideas will be presented. Egypt's relationship and interconnections with its Libyan, Nubian, Levantine, Syrian, Mesopotamian, Anatolian and Aegean neighbours will be examined through a study of key sites, monuments, artefacts and literary sources. This subject will also cover the Amarna period in Egypt and look at the reigns of Akhenaten and the pharaohs that followed.

• possess skills of critical thinking and analysis;

• possess an ability to communicate knowledge intelligibly, economically and effectively;

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

A tutorial presentation and essay of 2500 words 62.5% (due during semester) and a take home exam of 1500 words 37.5% (due during the examination period).

A subject reader will be available.