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060034 VU Introduction into Egyptian Archaeology (2021S)

7.00 ECTS (3.00 SWS), SPL 6 - Ägyptologie, Judaistik, Urgeschichte und Historische Archäologie
Continuous assessment of course work
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Details

Language: German

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Friday 05.03. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 19.03. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 26.03. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 16.04. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 23.04. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 30.04. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 07.05. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 14.05. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 21.05. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 28.05. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 04.06. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 11.06. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal 6 Franz-Klein-Gasse 1 EG
  • Friday 18.06. 13:15 - 16:30 Digital
  • Friday 25.06. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal 6 Franz-Klein-Gasse 1 EG

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The lecture provides an overview of the theories and methods applied in Egyptian archaeology. We will use examples from excavations, where also members of staff of the University of Vienna have been involved, and discuss important topics and archaeological evidence from settlements, cemeteries and cult places. We will also include examples from the history of archaeological research as well as from cutting-edge modern research in Egypt. In the exercices the application of the methods will be trained, including identification, documentation and description of finds and materials.
Depending on the development of the current pandemic, the class will take place in online, hybrid and/or face-to-face mode.

Assessment and permitted materials

Assessment will be done via a written exam (40%) at the end of the semester, two smaller written assisgnments (20-30%) and participation (10%). The examinable content covers the entire class. Attendance is compulsory.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

for BA Egyptology: STEOP completed. Students may be absent twice.
Marking scale: 88 - 100 % = 1, 75 - 87,99 % = 2, 62,51 - 74,99 % = 3, 50 - 62,50 % = 4, 0 - 49,99 % = 5

Examination topics

The exam will include materials and topics covered in the lectures and in the practical part.

Reading list

A list of relevant literature will be provided at the beginning of the class.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Fr 12.05.2023 00:13