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ARCH2021 Archaeology of Mexico and the Maya

Later Year Course

Offered By School of Archaeology and Anthropology
Academic Career Undergraduate
Course Subject Archaeology
Offered in ARCH2021 will not be offered in 2012
Unit Value 6 units
Course Description

This course examines the definition and evolution of Mesoamerican culture and its civilisations. It will focus on the emergence of sedentary life and ceremonialism, architecture and town planning, and the political, social and economic life of the major states. Emphasis will be placed on the Classic Period (Teotihuacan and the Maya) and the empire of the Aztecs.

Indicative Assessment

Two 2,000 word essays (50% each).

Workload

Normally offered in alternate years
2 hours of lectures and one hour tutorial per week.

Areas of Interest Archaeology
Requisite Statement

One first year course to the value of 6 units in Archaeology (ARCH or PREH) or permission of the lecturer.

Incompatibility

PREH2021 Archaeology of Mexico and the Maya.

Preliminary Reading

Blanton, R. et al. Ancient Mesoamericaa comparison of change in three regions, Cambridge University Press.
Hammond, N.  Ancient Maya Civilization, Cambridge University Press, 1982.

Academic Contact Mr Ian Farrington

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