Intermediate Classical Archaeology: Issues and Controversies
Classics · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Winter Only, Every Year
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CLAS-3260 prerequisites
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- CLAS HONOURS BA IN CLASSICS
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Description
This course examines methodological, theoretical, and topical issues in Classical Archaeology (broadly, the archaeology of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations). Topics discussed include the integration of archaeological, scientific, artistic, and textual evidence in the reconstruction of classical cultures; controversies in theoretical perspectives of interpretation in Classical Archaeology; the assessment of ancient Greco-Roman ecological, social, ritual, and economic life on the basis of recovered artifacts and ecofacts; the use of archaeological survey data to examine ancient settlement patterns; and ethical issues associated with curation and collection of material from Greek and Roman sites.
Requisite courses
CLAS-2910 or ANTH-2260 or permission of instructor [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and ANTH-3260 | CLAS-4260.
Cross-listed
ANTH-3260(3).
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.