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School of Culture History and Language · ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
The course examines the archaeological evidence for broad-scale cultural and social developments in China from the time of arrival of modern humans (ca. 40,000 years before present) through the Han Dynasty (202 BC-AD 220). Specific topics include: the nature of early hunting and gathering societies; the emergence of plant and animal domestication; the development of metallurgy and the roles of agriculture, technology, trade and warfare in the rise of advanced civilisation during the Shang and Zhou periods; innovation and competition among the Eastern Zhou states; the significance of ancient texts; the unification of China under the First Emperor; and continuing political, intellectual and artistic achievements during the 400-year-long Han Dynasty.
Participation and leadership in class and tutorial sessions
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
A presentation of 20 minutes about an advanced and novel topic during one tutorial session
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
A first essay of 2000 words, demonstrating advanced reading and communication skills, critical analysis, and thorough knowledge of a significant topic
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
A second essay of 2000 words, demonstrating advanced reading and communication skills, critical analysis,and thorough knowledge of a significant topic
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3
The standard workload for a 6 unit course is 130 hours including in class time and independent study.
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