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Module Title
LM Towns, tombs, and temples: the archaeology of ancient Egypt
School
History and Cultures
Department
Classics, AH and Archaeology
Module Code
09 36040
Module Lead
Leire Olabarria
Level
Masters Level
Credits
20
Semester
Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions
None
Exclusions
Description
This module offers an introduction to ancient Egyptian history from Predynastic times to the periods of Ptolemaic and Roman rule through the archaeological record. While popular visions of ancient Egypt have traditionally been dominated by elite culture, in this module we will diversify our approach by paying attention to other non-monumental aspects of material culture as well. Each weekly seminar session will focus on one key archaeological site, where we will explore the deep history of the site, the main landmarks and artefacts associated with it, and its wider implications, including an overview of past and current fieldwork. These sites will serve as case studies to illustrate a number of current debates in Egyptian archaeology, such as the alleged existence of a middle class, the recurring description of Egypt as a ‘civilisation without cities’, or to what extent non-royal tombs may be seen as a reflection of personal identity.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which archaeological material has been used to reconstruct Egyptian society;
Discuss key themes of Egyptian archaeology;
Analyse primary sources critically;
Undertake independent research using appropriate bibliography and online resources, including original excavation reports and museum displays;
Present their work at an appropriate level in both written and oral form.
Assessment 1 x book review (1,000 words) (20%); 1 x 10-minute oral presentation accompanied by PowerPoint slideshow (30%); 1 x 2,500-word mock excavation proposal (50%)
Method of Reassessment Resubmission of failed component(s)
