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ARK-2011: Arctic Archaeology Work Load
10 credits (ECTS) | Type of course
Theoretical subject. | Level of course/Year of study
Normally third year. | Language of instruction
Norwegian or English. | Examination semester
Spring, Autumn
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Intermediate course. Suitable as complement to other disciplines dealing with the arctic and subarctic regions. | Contents
This course provides an introduction to cultural development in the circumpolar region, with emphasis on areas outside northern Fennoscandinavia. It focuses on common problems regarding maritime societies, coast/interior differences, regional interaction and social complexity. The theoretical frameworks used to construct arctic archaeology as a research object are evaluated and the relationship between contemporary aboriginal people and archaeology is considered. | Form of teaching
The course has multiple teaching approaches | Exam and assessment
Students are expected to attend classes and participate in discussions. Students have to write short abstracts of their readings in close cooperation with the responsible teacher.
The graded exam consists of a 10 page essay on a topic chosen by the student and written in English or a Nordic language.
Grading scale of A-E for pass, F for fail. The course is open for re-sit examination early in the following semester. | Contact person/lecturer
Brita Solvang/Millrid Holmeslet | Recommended reading/syllabus
See homepage. | Homepage
http://uit.no/arkeologi/emner/8
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Teaching autumn 2007
Orienteringsmøte: Onsdag 15. august kl 1015, rom L-133 Breiviklia | | Forelesning | Første gang: Torsdag 23.08. kl 1215, rom L-133 i Breiviklia
Ansvarlig leder Professor Bryan C Hood
Duration:1 Semester |
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