Archaeologies of Asia and the Pacific
UndergraduateLTU-ARC20012027
Course information for 2027 intake
Travel through the archaeology of Asia and the Pacific. Move from early farming to cities, trade, religion and colonialism. Compare case studies and connect these pasts with Australia's neighbours today.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Enrol by
- 4 July 2027
- Entry requirements
- Prior study needed
- Duration
- 12 weeks
- Start dates
- 12 July 2027
- Price from
- $2,253
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available
Archaeologies of Asia and the Pacific
About this subject
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Recognise and characterise the development of diverse past human societies across Asia and the Pacific.
- Critically appraise the application of archaeological methods and theories across Asia and the Pacific.
- Recognise the diverse nature of archaeological data and argumentation, often through the study of the culture history of specific regions or periods of Asia and the Pacific.
- Critique the modern social and political values of archaeological heritage.
- Locate and synthesise a range of relevant digital data sources in order to answer research questions relating to archaeologies of Asia and the Pacific.
- The history of archaeology in Asia and the Pacific
- The emergence and spread of farming in Asia and the Pacific
- The origins and spread of Buddhism
- Long distance trade and contact in Asia and the Pacific
- Urbanisation and complexity in ancient Asia
- The collapse of urban societies in Asia
- The politics of heritage and identity in Asia and the Pacific
In this subject you will explore the rich and diverse archaeological records of Asia and the Pacific. Together, Asia and the Pacific have been home to some of the world’s earliest cities, major religious traditions, expansive trade networks, and remarkable traditions of mobility, seafaring and resilience. Adopting a comparative and thematic approach, you will be introduced to carefully selected archaeological case studies from across this vast area, from the mountains of Central Asia to the islands of the Pacific, from the earliest farmers to the collapse of empires, the birth of global religions to the impacts of European Colonialism. By the end of this subject you will have an appreciation of the incredible pasts that produced the Asia and Pacific we see today. Situated within an Australian context, the subject emphasises the relevance of these regions as Australia’s neighbours, encouraging you to think critically about regional histories, shared pasts, and ongoing diasporic connections. No prior background in archaeology is required, making the subject accessible to students from a wide range of disciplines with an interest in the human past and the heritage of Asia and the Pacific.
- Two online quizzes worth 10% each, completed at the end of weeks 2 and week 12 (750 words equivalent) (20%)
- Creative analytical piece (2000 words equivalent) (45%)
- Recorded Presentation (1250 words equivalent) (35%)
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Entry requirements
Others
Prerequisites: Students must have completed 60 credit points.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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What to study next?
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
Bachelor of Psychological Science
UndergraduateLAT-PYS-DEG
UndergraduateLAT-ART-DEG
UndergraduateLAT-BUS-DEG
UndergraduateLAT-GST-DEG
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Health Sciences
UndergraduateLAT-AHS-DEG
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