This module will focus on the archaeology of human remains, from forensic analysis through to the display of human remains within museums. It will introduce students to how human remains are encountered in archaeology, how they can be examined forensically, and what types of information can be discovered. The course will also explore the storage and presentation of human remains, such as within museums, addressing questions relating to the ethics and practice of exhibiting them and how this varies in different countries. The course is taught through a combination of lectures, hands-on practical sessions and museums visits.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
show understanding of the range of information that can be gained from the study of archaeological human remains
show understanding of how different preservation environments impact on the types of information that can be gained from the study of human remains
show understanding of how the study of human remains has previously impacted upon our understanding of the past
show appreciation of the range of challenges relating to the display of human remains in museums
Assessment
28688-01 : 2000 Word Essay : Coursework (50%)
28688-02 : 1500 Word Lab Book : Coursework (50%)