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We will explore the architecture of Ancient Egyptian tombs and temples, and the ideas and practices associated with them. Students will be expected to learn about different types of Egyptian temple, as well as specific temples such as the pyramid complexes of Giza and the temples of Thebes. Particular emphasis will be put on how to use archaeological sites as a source for the study of Ancient Egypt, and on how to interpret archaeological sites in their social and historical context. This course can be taken online; students will be expected to attend class on the date of the class test.

Block 2

10 weeks

Wednesday, 19.00-21.00

None

None

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Essay 1: 30%
Essay 2: 30%
Class test: 40% (60 minutes)

We will explore the architecture of Ancient Egyptian tombs and temples, and the ideas and practices associated with them. Students will be expected to learn about different types of Egyptian temple, as well as specific temples such as the pyramid complexes of Giza and the temples of Thebes. Particular emphasis will be put on how to use archaeological sites as a source for the study of Ancient Egypt, and on how to interpret archaeological sites in their social and historical context.

By the completion of the course students will be able to:

■ Demonstrate appropriate familiarity with the fundamental features of temples in Ancient Egypt, and of key archaeological sites.

■ Appreciate the key skills required in order to interpret the specific detail found in primary sources (= individual archaeological sites) in the light of more general discussions to be found in the secondary sources (= modern writings and classes).

■ Demonstrate basic skills such as critical reading and essay writing.

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.