Overview
To be read in conjunction with the program of study requirements of the course in which you are enrolled.
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Program of study overview
Program of study
36 Units
Level 1 - Option9 Units
Level 2 - Option13.5 Units
Level 3 - Option9 Units
Level 4 - Option4.5 Units
Aims
The major aims to:
- Establish knowledge of events and developments in Ancient Studies, particularly historical and archaeological
- Introduce students to a range of secondary and primary readings, ranging from written texts, visuals and artefacts, connected to the Ancient World
- Develop graduates skills to think critically and evaluate ideas in connection with events, developments and historiographies of the Ancient World
- Develop graduates written and oral communication skills in relation to Ancient Studies
- Develop graduates ability to work in groups and as individuals to meet deadlines in class and on assessments in connection with Ancient Studies
Learning outcomes
On completion students will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate a critical and comparative knowledge and understanding of a variety of events and developments in Ancient Studies
2.
Analyse a range of secondary reading, assessing the value of this material in terms of argument and research
3.
Analyse a wide range of primary sources, including artefacts, and determine their contexts and value
4.
Develop the ability to use content knowledge to plan, analyse, think critically, reflect upon and evaluate ideas, options and decisions and be able to convey and communicate these
5.
Demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues related to the field of Ancient Studies
6.
Apply effective oral and written communication skills so as to write and present properly structured, clearly argued, fluently expressed essays and oral presentations across a variety of genres, from research, argumentative and reflective communications
7.
Exchange and debate ideas with other members of the class and with the tutor with the utmost integrity and respect
8.
Work regularly, independently and collaboratively to meet the prescribed deadlines and activities
Available in courses
Bachelor of Education (Secondary)