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ARCO4105: Archaeological Research Approaches

2023 unit information

The unit provides an introduction to the methodology and epistemology of archaeological research to support the design and implementation of an independent research project. Students will learn to plan and structure their research and will acquire the skills necessary to write a successful thesis.

Unit details and rules

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Arts and Social Sciences

Study level Undergraduate
Academic unit Archaeology
Credit points 6
Prerequisites:
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None
Corequisites:
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None
Prohibitions:
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None
Assumed knowledge:
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None

At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:

  • LO1. understand how archaeological research is constructed, how research questions are developed, and how theory, methodology, data and research context issues interplay in the construction of research designs
  • LO2. demonstrate an understanding of the research process in archaeology
  • LO3. improve your ability in independent learning, higher level critical thinking, information literacy, research and interpretative skills
  • LO4. responsibly manage your own work, and work professionally in research team structures
  • LO5. demonstrate improved skills in academic writing and presenting.

Unit availability

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Session MoA ?  Location Outline ? 
Semester 1 2020
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2021
Normal day Remote
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2022
Normal day Remote
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney
Semester 1 2023
Normal day Remote

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