Greek Archaeology

Teacher(s)

Driessen Jan;

Language

French

Prerequisites

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Main themes

The course discusses problematic issues and specific problems of interpretation in relation with the use of archaeological sources for the reconstruction of social and political relations of the Iron Age Greek world (continental Greece, islands, Asia Minor, Magna Graecia) and the input art has on this reconstruction.

Aims

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :
1	Advanced course for archaeologists specialising in Greek Mediterranean archaeology. The aim is to develop a critical sense and analytical methods of material culture. Application of theoretical and anthropological concepts in archaeological interpretation.

The contribution of this Teaching Unit to the development and command of the skills and learning outcomes of the programme(s) can be accessed at the end of this sheet, in the section entitled “Programmes/courses offering this Teaching Unit”.

Content

In 2016-2017, the course concentrates on the link between religion and the formation of the city-state (polis) in the differents regions of Ancient Greece. Apart from a detailed discussion of the most important sanctuaries and settlements, this also allows us to discuss the incorporated symbolism of archaic and classical art and the role of the symposium since its origin up to the Hellenistic period. The theme also allows us to treat the various Athenian monuments in detail.

Teaching methods

Mostly ex-cathedra teaching in English with visual aid by PowerPoint. The course is complemented by a very dense visual illustration and documentation via academia.edu is provided. Occasional intervention by postdocs and invited lecturers (in English).

Evaluation methods

No end of term exams but continuous evaluation; students are also expected to prepare and present a critical analysis of a specific topic in class. The evaluation is based on the scientific quality of the written text, the achievements shown (presentation, methodological approach, reasoning, bibliography, etc.) as well as the didactical character of the presentation (expression, clarity, documentation (PPT), references, mastering of the topic, etc.). The presentation equals 60% of the points, the written work 30% and the involvement of the student in the discussions 10 %; Format: 8 to 10 pages (not including references or illustrations).

Other information

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Online resources

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Bibliography

J. Whitley, The Archaeology of Ancient Greece, Cambridge World Archaeology, 2001

Faculty or entity

ARKE