Environmental Archaeology, Magister Thesis 15 credits
About the course
The course includes independent written project work where the student acquires in-depth knowledge with a focus on environmental archaeology. The student is able to implement and evaluate applications of theory and method within the discipline. The course can be included in a magister's degree or a master's degree. The course is part of the Master's Program in Environmental Archeology, but can also be read as a stand-alone course.
The student must write a scientific essay on an environmental archeological problem and defend it at a seminar. Furthermore, s/he must actively participate in seminars where extended essays are evaluated and be an opponent at an essay seminar.
The course is given in English.
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