This course provides an introduction to the philosophy technique and analysis of Landscape Archaeology. This is an integrated practical course and therefore it involves compulsory field work. These techniques will be taught through a focus upon archaeological sites within the Australian landscape. Attention will be given to: site identification, the methods and problems of site recording and mapping, illustrating and presentation of results, and interpretation of evidence.

1. Students will acquire an understanding of the archaeological methods and theories that are used to develop models of past landscape use.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of key facts, issues, concepts and theories in the course;
3. Demonstrate an awareness of the nature and consequences of human interactions with natural ecosystems and cultural heritage
4. Execute field investigation involving site identification, survey, recording, analysis of data (including numerical analyses where appropriate) and interpretation of results.

Assessment focuses on developing skills in site recording and interpretation: a site recording portfolio (40%), mapping exercise (10%), field surveying and mapping exercise (10%), field notebook (10%), architectural field exercise (10%). Theory and interpretation is developed in a 2,000 word essay (20%).

1 hour of lectures and 3 hours of practical classes per week; plus compulsory field excursions.

24 units in Archaeology (ARCH or PREH) or permission of the lecturer. The course will be limited to 45 enrolments, based on the practical limitations of field vehicles and university field safety guidelines.

PREH2017 Landscape Archaeology.

Aston, M. and Rowley, R. Landscape Archaeology: an introduction to fieldwork techniques in post-Roman landscapes, David and Charles, 1979.
Connah, G. (ed.) Australian Field Archaeology: a Guide to Techniques, 3rd ed, AIAS, 1983.
Connah, G. The Archaeology of Australia's History, Cambridge UP, 1993.