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Unit Overview

Description

This unit is focused on contemporary research in the classical world of Greece and Rome, recognising the multidisciplinary nature of this research and the broad range of specialised skills which are needed to pursue it. Students work with specialists in a range of fields such as archaeology, literary and linguistic analysis, and historical traditions. Emphasis is placed on the locating and utilising of resources to solve problems and to find up-to-date information quickly, and the strengths and weaknesses of particular resources are always a focus of discussion. Particular areas to be covered include the basic elements of archaeology, an introduction to textual transmission, the use of epigraphy and classical systems of time-reckoning.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Honours core unit in Classics and Ancient History [Bachelor of Arts (Honours)]
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) demonstrate a realisation that much of the research being done in Classics and Ancient History depends on an interconnected range of skills, and show a comprehensive outlook when analysing problems; (2) develop a detailed appreciation of the resources and methodologies available within their own specialist areas; and (3) gain a good understanding of where information can be found in areas with which they are less familiar but which may still be relevant to their research.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) an exercise analysing the different disciplinary resources used in one piece of published research connected with the student's own dissertation; (2) a 2000-word essay requiring in-depth discussion of one of the areas covered in the unit's seminars; and (3) a two-hour examination requiring coverage of three of the seminar areas. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Lara O'Sullivan
Unit rules
Prerequisites
enrolment in
honours in Classics and Ancient History
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.