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Module Specification

No. Assessment Description Weight % Qual Mark Exam Hours Ass't Group Alt Reass't

001 Written Assignment (3000 words) 30 0206 Written Assignment (5000 words) (Final) 70 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme

Academic Year: 2017/8Module Level: PostgraduateScheme: PGDepartment: Archaeology and Ancient HistoryCredits: 30

Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of this module, students should be able to:• Identify and critically discuss the scholarly background and past approaches to defining and interpreting landscapes• Show understanding of recent and current theoretical assessments of landscapes and settlement• Demonstrate critical awareness of the role of research design in exploring and interpreting landscapes of varied dates• Debate and define methods of assessment, recording and interpretation.• Apply a critical understanding of the techniques available to landscape archaeologists to investigate, record and to interpretlandscapes of varied dates

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, others through Blackboard/digital readings.Assessment with two written essay assignments, weighted 30% (3000 word essay) and 70% (5000 word project)

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Lectures 0Seminars 0

Practical Classes & Workshops 0Tutorials 0

Fieldwork 0Project Supervision 0

Guided Independent Study 300Demonstration 0

Supervised time in studio/workshop 0Work Based Learning 0

Placement 0Year Abroad 0

Total Module Hours 300

Student Workload (hours)

AR7522 Landscape Archaeology

Last Published: 17 August 2020


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Guided Independent Study: Indicative ActivitiesReading/Research: 247 hours; Assessment preparation: 50 hours; Assessment feedback: 3 hours

AR7522 Landscape Archaeology




001 Project (2000 words) 40 0207 Project (Final) 60 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Ruth YoungMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Ruth YoungMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Ruth YoungMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of the module, students should be able to:- demonstrate an understanding of the relative importance, significance and appropriateness of different types ofarchaeological investigation- demonstrate an understanding of the timeframes required to deliver a variety of different projects- produce resports of different types conforming to a professional standard of presntation and content, intelligble to both anarchaeological and non-specialist professional audience- demonstrate a range of generic transferable skills relating to the identification and development of sound projects aims andobjectives, to recognise the strengths and weaknesses of institutional culture, and to meet briefs and specifications, be ableto quanitify individual and team workloads, recognise and share good practice and be able to identify creative solutions tounexpected challenges

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, others through Blackboard/digital readings.Assessment with two written projects: a research proposal project (2000 words for project proposal = 40%) and project plan(60% - guideline c.3000-4000 words).

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AR7523 Managing Archaeological Practices



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AR7523 Managing Archaeological Practices




001 Written Essay Assignment (2000 words) 30 0205 Written Survey Project Report (Final) 70 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

• demonstrate an awareness of the theoretical debates about the archaeological study of buildings and the chronologicalframeworks in which that study is set• analyse the general evolution and development of building types in their archaeological context • determine the different functions and the social, symbolic or ritual meanings of buildings• critically discuss the research agenda behind the practical recording of buildings• plan evaluations and undertake a simple recording exercise on a building and its context

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered through Blackboard, with tutor support; including practical self-managed study of a buildingAssessed through Essay assignment 30% (2000 words) and Standing Building survey report 70% (no word limit; suggestedword range 4000-6000 words)

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AR7524 Archaeology of Standing Buildings



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AR7524 Archaeology of Standing Buildings




001 Essay (3000-4000 words) 50 0208 Essay (2500 words) (Final) 50 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Deirdre O'SullivanMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of the module, students should be able to:- show an awareness of the importance of a critical approach to the practice of archaeological interpretation for publicpurposes- demonstrate an awareness of concepts and theories underpinning archaeological heritage discourse, different regional/national traditions in interpretation and presentation and international frameworks and national legislation affectingarchaeology- identify both general and specific challenges encountered in the interpretation of archaeological sites and show a familiaritywith effective ways to meet these challenges- demonstrate an awareness of role(s) of the archaeological heritage in the construction of individual and communal identities,and in global and local tourism- demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues and concerns in the public presentation of the archaeological heritage and itsdeployment in rerlaiton to tourism and other publci purposes

Teaching and Learning MethodsThis course will be delivered via Distance Learning, and teaching materials will include a module handbook and set readings.

Assessed through essay assignment of (3,500-4000 words (50%) and essay assignment of 2500 words (50%)




Guided Independent Study 300 300Demonstration 0



Total Module Hours 300 300


AR7525 Critical Approaches to the Archaeological Heritage



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AR7525 Critical Approaches to the Archaeological Heritage




001 Dissertation (15000 words) (Final) 100 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: D17Coordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme








Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

• initiate, implement and complete an independent and original programme of research to a professional and/or academicstandard• undertake a critical literature review• gather field or other archaeological data or research secondary data• analyse and present primary data or critically evaluate secondary data• appropriately present a substantial and self-contained body of research

Teaching and Learning MethodsReading/Research within independent study, with directed reading, web-based peer support and individual tutor support(supervision). Assessed through Dissertation (15,000 word limit, excluding bibliography and appendices)

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AR7526 Dissertation



Guided Independent Study: Indicative Activities600 hours independent study.

AR7526 Dissertation




001 Dissertation (7500 words) (FInal) 100 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme








Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

• initiate, implement and complete an independent and original programme of research to a professional and/or academicstandard• undertake a critical literature review• gather field or other archaeological data or research sencoindary dataanalyse, interpret and present primary data and itsanalysis or critically evaluate secondary data• analyse, interpret and present primary data and its analysis or critically evaluate secondary data

Teaching and Learning MethodsDistance Learning: independent study, directed reading, web-based peer support; individual tutor support (supervision).Assessment with Dissertation (7500 words, excluding bibliography and appendices) on an approved topic related to therelevant taught module.

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AR7527 Mini-Dissertation





AR7527 Mini-Dissertation




001 Essay (3000 words) 40 0002 Project (5000 words) (Final) 60 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Daniel StewartMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Daniel StewartMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Sarah ScottMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the nature and scope of the various sources of evidence for the study ofclassical landscapes (rural and urban)• Analyse and research primary and secondary source materials (both archaeological and textual) relevant to their study• Evaluate and discuss principal developments in the study of ancient landscapes and evaluate current approaches tolandscapes in the classical world• Apply suitable research skills and methodologies to their study• Critically evaluate competing theoretical understanding of urban and rural landscapes and the importance of understandingboth within their historical and cultural contexts

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, others through Blackboard/digital readings. To be assesed through andessay (3000 words = 40%) and project (5000 words = 60%).

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AR7528 Classical Landscapes



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AR7528 Classical Landscapes




001 Dissertation (20000 words) (Final) 100

Period: FebruaryOccurence: D17Coordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme






Period: OctoberOccurence: D17Coordinator: David EdwardsMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



• initiate, implement and complete an independent and original programme of research to a professional and/or academicstandard• undertake a critical literature review• gather field or other archaeological data or research secondary data• analyse, interpret and present primary data and its analysis or critically evaluate secondary data• appropriately present a substantial and self-contained body of research

Teaching and Learning MethodsReading/Research within independent study, with directed reading, web-based peer support and individual tutor support(supervision). Assessed through Dissertation on approved topic (20,000 word limit, excluding bibliography and appendices).This form of dissertation is available only by prior agreement with demonstrable satisfactory progress, to ensure progressionrequirements

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AR7529 Dissertation (90 credits)





AR7529 Dissertation (90 credits)





Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Alice SamsonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Alice SamsonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Alice SamsonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



- demonstrate and apply a critical understanding of the social, political, historical and intellectual contexts of research withinHistorical Archaeology- frame a set of appropriate and interesting research questions related to historical archaeology and design researchstrategies which address them- discuss the relationships between and evaluate the relative weighting of different types of material evidence in specificcontexts- demonstrate an understanding of how different forms of evidence may be interpreted

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in cousre readers, other through Blackboard/digital readings.Assessment with a written essay (3000 words = 40%) and a project (3000 words = 60%)

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AR7530 Doing Historical Archaeology



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AR7530 Doing Historical Archaeology




001 Assignment (4000 words) 50 0210 Assignment (4000 words) 50 0




Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Alice SamsonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Alice SamsonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



• discuss archaeological issues related to later historical archaeology critically and knowledgeably• demonstrate skills in the interpretation of different forms of material culture (including from excavations sites, museumcollections, standing building, historical landscapes) to address social and historical questions• research and present aspects of historical archaeology and its material culture in a critical and appropriate way

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, others through Blackboard/digital readings.Assessment with two written assignments, an essay assignment (4000 words = 50%) and a project essay (4000 words =50%)

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AR7531 The Archaeology of the Modern World



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AR7531 The Archaeology of the Modern World




001 Essay (3000 words) 40 0002 Essay (5000 words) (Final) 60 0




• analyse and interpret sets of contrasting evidence from fieldwork, material culture, landscapes, standing buildings and theirrelationships to documentary material• apply a critical understanding of the techniques available to later historical archaeologists to intepret historical landscapes • demonstrate a practical understanding of how different forms of evidence may be acquired and interpreted

Teaching and Learning MethodsStudents attend a 1 week field study tour wherein fieldwork and practical clases/workshops take place. The course alsomakes use of teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings, some of which may be delivered in coursereaders, others through Blackboard/digital readings. The course is assessed through two written assignments, an essay(3000 words = 40%) and final essay (5000 words = 60%)

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Guided Independent Study: Indicative ActivitiesReading/Research: 202 hours; Assessment preparation: 50 hours; Study Tour and associated practical/workshop sessions 45hours; Assessment feedback: 3 hours









AR7532 The Historical Archaeology of England




001 Written Assignment (3000 words) 40002 Essay (5000 words) 60

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Sarah ScottMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Sarah ScottMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Sarah ScottMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of the module, students should be able to:- discuss the value of archaeology in society in a broad range related educational contexts including schools and publiceducation, in both formal and informal settings- access and critique educational resources for teaching archaeology in various contexts- to construct educational materials using various forms of archaeological material, sites and topics,- to differentiate and critically analyse educational strategies employed by archaeologists, educators, artists, and the media toinfluence societal perceptions of the past- develop creative skills in relation to transferrable practical aids such as lesson plans

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, other through Blackboard/digital readings.The course includes non-assessed exercises and is assessed through two written assignments: one written assignment (3000words = 40%) and a second essay assignment (5000 words = 60%)

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LecturesSeminars

Practical Classes & WorkshopsTutorials

FieldworkProject Supervision

Guided Independent Study 300Demonstration

Supervised time in studio/workshopWork Based Learning

PlacementYear Abroad



AR7533 Archaeology and Education



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AR7533 Archaeology and Education




001 Sources Portfolio (3000 words) 40002 Project (5000 words)(Final) 60

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Jack LennonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Jack LennonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Jack LennonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesModule OutlineThis module enables students to engage with different types of source material from the classical world, encouraging aninterdisciplinary approach to research. Over the course of this module, they will consider a range of sources in detail; with anemphasis on close analysis, and the significance of context. Assessment and teaching is tailored to allow students toinvestigate the most relevant source materials for the research questions, time periods, and regions within classical antiquitythat particularly interest them.

Intended learning outcomesBy the end of this course, students should be able to:• explore different types of source materials from the classical world• develop key skills for the analysis of different types of sources• appreciate the breadth of different source materials available for the study of the classical world, and their various strengths,limitations and weaknesses• engage with interdisciplinary approaches to the study of the classical world• gain enhanced personal research skills through presentations and project work









AR7552 Text and Material Culture



Teaching and Learning MethodsThis course will be delivered via Distance Learning, and teaching materials will include a module reader and set readings. Aspart of their private study they will be able to engage in: directed reading; self-assessed exercises; independent research;assignment feedback; academic support from lecturers; electronic discussion groups; peer-group support and interaction.

Assessment MethodsSources portfolio 40%, Research project 60%

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Guided Independent Study: Indicative Activities

AR7552 Text and Material Culture




001 Essay (3000 words) 40 0209 Project (5000 words)(Final) 60 0

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesBy the end of this course, students will:- Have a critical understanding of the development of the classical disciplines and the classical tradition- Be familiar with key themes in the study of classical antiquity and key approaches to its study- Be able to engage with current debates in classical scholarship

Teaching and Learning MethodsThis course will be delivered via Distance Learning, and teaching materials will include a module reader and set readings. Aspart of their private study they will be able to engage in: directed reading; self-assessed exercises; independent research;assignment feedback; academic support from lecturers; electronic discussion groups; peer-group support and interaction.

Assessment Methods1. A critical essay analyzing recent research on a topic from a set list (3,000 words: 40%)2. A research project applying different approaches to a body of ancient evidence, from a set list (5,000 words 60%)

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AR7553 Encountering the Classical World




Guided Independent Study: Indicative Activities

AR7553 Encountering the Classical World




001 Essay (3000 words) 40002 Project (5000 words) (Final) 60

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: JuneOccurence: D17Coordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator: Penelope AllisonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of the module, students will be able to:* Recognise and evaluate the range of data (textual, archaeological, architectural and artistic) available for reconstructingfamily life, households and domesticity in classical antiquity.* Demonstrate understanding of various of the key themes related to family life, households and domesticity in classicalantiquity.* Demonstrate independent research skills and analysis of specific themes, suitably presented in written assessments

Teaching and Learning MethodsThe course will be delivered via distance learning, and teaching materials will include a module workbook and set readings,some of which may be delivered in course readers, others through Blackboard/digital readings.Assessment with two written assignments: an essay of 3000 words (40%) and a project (5000 words = 60%).

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AR7560 Households and Domesticity in the Ancient World





AR7560 Households and Domesticity in the Ancient World




001 Essay (3000 words) 45002 Presentation (1500 words) 10003 Site Report (4000 words) (Final) 45

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator: Jack LennonMark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme


Intended Learning OutcomesOn successful completion of the modile, students should be able to:

demonstrate an understanding of the archaeological remains of key classical sites and monuments in the visited region of theMediterranean

to show a critical awareness of change over time during different periods of antiquity

demonstrate an awareness of the practicalities of field research

to critically assess the presentation of classical sites and monuments to visitors and tourists and associated issues ofconservation and heritage management

be able to present academic research in written and oral formats

Teaching and Learning MethodsThis course will be delivered primarily as, and during a Study Tour, visiting key sites and monuments in one region of theMediterranean. It may be taught in conjunction with staff from local universitities, research institutes and/or from the foreignSchools/Institutes. Teaching will take place prior to the course in online seminars, with a module reader and set readings, withself-assessed exercises, and independent research with academic support from lecturers, with peer-group support andinteraction.Assessment through essay (3000 words, 45%), presentation (1500 words, 10%) and final site report (4000 words 45%)

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AR7566 Study Tour




001 AR7900 Plagiarism Tutorial Confirmation 100

Period: FebruaryOccurence: DCoordinator:Mark Scheme: PGT Attendance Only



Period: JuneOccurence: DCoordinator:Mark Scheme: PGT Attendance Only



Period: OctoberOccurence: DCoordinator:Mark Scheme: PGT Mark Scheme










AR7900 Academic Honesty


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