Course content

The course has a broad European perspective, but with emphasis on Norway and the Nordic countries and is based on the earliest Stone Age cultures of Northern Europe. The course follows the development until the beginning of our Common Era, and further from tribal communities to states. Field trips to various parts of Central Norway is included in the course, through which landscape, cultural heritage and the long lines in history are examined. A material course is an integral part of the teaching program in cultural history.

Learning outcome

A candidate who has passed the course is expected to have the following learning outcomes according defined as knowledge and skills:

Knowledge:
The candidate
- Has broad knowledge of Nordic cultural history seen from a European perspective, from the Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age and early historical age and has an overview of the source material from these periods
- Has complementary knowledge of archaeological relics, processes, morphology and raw materials, material types and conservation
- Has a broad overview of methods of analysis of archaeological objects

Skills:
The candidate
- Describe and discuss current topics in Nordic cultural history from the Stone Age to the present age, and see the Nordic cultural area in a wider context
- Can recognize, date and analyze archaeological relics, as well as distinguish between natural and man-made objects.

Learning methods and activities

The course instruction is provided in the form of lectures, seminars, material course, field work/excursions and exercises. The course assessment consists of a written exam and a home assignment, which are weighted respectively 30/70. Mandatory activities • Prior to sitting for the exams, the students must attend a minimum of 75% of the teaching. • 2 exercises of around 2500 words each (Times New Roman 12 pt Line spacing 1.5) must be approved in order to take the exam.

Compulsory assignments

• 2 written exercises
• 75% attendance

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Requires admission to the B.A. in Archaeology or Cultural Heritage. Requires a pass grade in ARK1001 or equivalent approved course.

Course materials

A reading list containing information about textbooks and aids is published each semester.

Credit reductions