James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

AR4007 - Archaeological Research Methods

Available only to students enrolled in the BA(Hons), BSocSc(Hons), BSc (Hons). Students must participate in compulsory field trip prior to semester commencing.

Subject Description

Advanced field methods and analysis subject. Students are required to participate in field work and the analysis of archaeological and/or cultural heritage material and data under the direction of the subject coordinator.

There are additional charges for this subject; please contact the College of Arts, Society & Education for details.

Learning Outcomes

• acquire the skills required to engage in research associated with higher degree research projects
• cultivate a critical understanding of key debates in areas of research theory and/or methodology
• demonstrate the students knowledge of the discipline

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Project report - (60%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (20%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Inadmissible Subject Combinations:  AR5201

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