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Course Description
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Course Name
Theory & Interpretation in Archaeology
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Host University
University of Glasgow
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Location
Glasgow, Scotland
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Area of Study
Archaeology
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Upper
ISA offers course level recommendations in an effort to facilitate the determination of course levels by credential evaluators.We advice each institution to have their own credentials evaluator make the final decision regrading course levels.
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SCQF Credits
20 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits5
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units7
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course is intended for honours students and others who have had limited exposure to archaeological theory. Theory & Interpretation in Archaeology does not attempt to cover the history of archaeological thought but rather seeks to situate archaeology within wider intellectual traditions in the social sciences, humanities and physical sciences.
AssessmentCoursework: one 3000-word essay (50%)Examination: one two-hour examination (50%)
Course Disclaimer
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) credits are converted to semester credits/quarter units differently among U.S. universities. Students should confirm the conversion scale used at their home university when determining credit transfer.
Please note that some courses with locals have recommended prerequisite courses. It is the student's responsibility to consult any recommended prerequisites prior to enrolling in their course.