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ARCO4106: Advanced Archaeological Research
2025 unit information
This unit equips Archaeology Honours students with the research skills necessary to effectively design, research and write an Archaeology Honours thesis. Students also explore theoretical frameworks in Archaeology and learn how to apply these in the context of their own Honours research.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Archaeology |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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Completed undergraduate major in Archaeology with an average mark of 70 or above (and must be admitted to the Honours Program in Archaeology) |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Develop in depth knowledge of the subject matter covered in their own research thesis, including previous work and research questions, theory, methodology, data and research context issues
- LO2. Develop • improved skills in initiating and managing an independent archaeological research project under supervision, presenting research seminars to an audience, and writing and production of an 18-20,000 word thesis
- LO3. Develop improved abilities in independent learning, high level critical thinking, information literacy, research and interpretative skills, taking responsibility for managing their own work and working with other people in a research and professional environment.
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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