ARCHAEOLOGY OF AUSTRALIA SINCE 1788

Overview

This subject provides an overview of the archaeological record of Australia from the 18th century to the present day. You will learn how material culture provides new perspectives on the recent past. Over the course of the semester you will learn about the continuity of the archaeological record of Aboriginal people and explore aspects of rural, urban, industrial, and maritime archaeology across Australia with an emphasis on the archaeology of Victoria. You will hear from some of the leading archaeologists in the field and learn about how non-Aboriginal archaeology is managed in Victoria. Through weekly self-paced units you will develop first-hand experience in researching and recording non-Aboriginal sites. This subject includes live sessions with the expectation of student attendance and participation.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Subject coordinator

Susan Lawrence

Subject type

Postgraduate

Year level

Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG

AQF level

Level 8 - Graduate Diploma

Available as elective

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject
Capstones provide students with a way of integrating and applying knowledge and skills gained throughout their course.

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Career ready

Career focused:This subject contains career development learning or professional engagement opportunities

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Communicating and Influencing

COMMUNICATION - Cultural Intelligence and Global Perspective

COMMUNICATION - Digital Capability

DISCIPLINE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation

INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Ethical and Social Responsibility

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Leadership and Teamwork

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Apply knowledge of how material culture, including landscapes, archaeological sites, and artefacts, provides evidence of the development of culture and society in Australia since 1788.

Analyse theoretical approaches and research questions appropriate to the archaeological evidence from a local site and apply this in designing and carry out research to address those questions.

Analyse and interpret archival evidence relevant to understanding Australian colonial sites.

Apply communication skills to work effectively, ethically, and respectfully with colleagues during group discussions and activities.

Analyse role and responsibilities of professional heritage practitioners and community groups, apply knowledge of relevant local, national and international legislation when recording sites.

Learning activities

Seminars, readings, in-class discussions, written abstracts, project, site recording, workshops, field trips and guest speakers.

Requisite rules

Prerequisites: Students must be admitted in one of the following courses: AM001, AMPA, AG001, AGPA, ACA

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