GCE ADVANCED SUBSIDIARY (AS) ARCHAEOLOGY INFORMATION

 

Course Title:  

Archaeology, GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) AQA 5011 This course can be started at ant time.

Cost: £175.00

Description:

 This is normally a one-year course but can be spread over a longer period depending on the candidate's start date and chosen examination date.

Previous Knowledge or Experience Required:  

No subject knowledge required.

Who is the course intended for?

This course is suitable for:
bullet Anyone with an interest in the past
bullet Anyone wishing to develop their knowledge of British Archaeology
bullet Those wishing to learn about the skills and techniques used in archaeology
bullet Those who are unable to attend formal classes
bullet Individuals requiring additional qualifications
bullet People thinking of taking an archaeology degree
bullet History teachers
bullet Those who are interested in taking part in a dig
bullet Anyone who enjoys TV archaeology

Course Outcomes (Learning Objectives)

At the end of regular study you should be able to do the following:
  1. Understand and demonstrate a knowledge of the principles, methods and chief discoveries of archaeology
    2.
  2. Use the archaeological evidence to develop an understanding of the environmental, social and technological conditions of life in the past in Britain

Course Outline

The course will cover the following topics:
bullet Module 1 -Survey and Excavation (Sources and Methods)
bullet How sites and landscapes are discovered and recorded (without excavation).
bullet How sites are excavated.

 

bullet Module 2 -Post Excavation, Dating and Interpretation (Techniques and Methods)
bullet How recorded material is analysed.
bullet How sites are dated.
bullet How evidence can be interpreted and presented.

 

bullet Module 3 -Religion and Ritual (Theme A)
Prehistoric Britain and Ireland (Neolithic to Iron Age) or Ancient Egypt (Pre-Dynastic - New Kingdom)
bullet Mortuary practices
bullet Art and symbolism
bullet Ritual structure and locations
bullet Beliefs and ritual organisations
bullet Interpretation.

The course will be taught through fully supported interactive lesson materials supplied via individual student's email, and personal contact with the tutor.

Students will be provided with:

bullet Lesson notes
bullet Hyper-linked Internet research guidance
bullet Suggested bibliography
bullet Self-assessment assignments
bullet Tutor-marked assignments
bullet An opportunity to join in selected Visits/Field Trips/Handling Days
bullet Tutor contact details

Assignments

Students will be provided with both self-assessment and tutor-marked assignments. You are recommended to submit a minimum of 5 (non-essay) assignments per term for marking by the tutor.

What materials will I need?

A full bibliography will be given for each section of the course. However, you are recommended to obtain:

Jim Grant, Sam Gorin, Neil Fleming, The Archaeology Coursebook, 2001

You are recommended to keep your own notes and study materials organised by using an A4 ring binder.

How long will the course take?

This is normally a one-year course. The flexible nature of the course is such that delivery, study and assessment can be tailored to your needs and will be dependant on student's start date and chosen examination date. However, you are recommended to spend 200 - 250 hours.

Where will I take my exam?

You will sit your exam at your local centre. If you have any problems locating a centre your tutor will help you to arrange exam entry. This should be done at least six months before the exam date.

Syllabus:

This course has been designed to cover the AQA GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Archaeology syllabus 5011

Examination candidates are required to take three written papers: Paper 1 (1 hour), Paper 2 (1 hour) and Paper 3 (1 hour).

The Advanced Subsidiary (AS) can be used towards 50% of an A-Level by studying the A2 modules and completing the Personal Project, the following year.

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