Towards a new European Prehistory. The third science revolution in archaeology: the impact of ancient DNA and strontium
Summary
This course discusses how the analysis of ancient DNA and strontium isotope are advancing knowledge of past societies and driving a ‘third scientific revolution in archaeology'. Focusing on European prehistory from the introduction of agriculture to the end of the Bronze Age, this course shows how ancient DNA and strontium isotope are transforming understandings of social complexity, modes of production, interaction and discussions, and consumption and distribution patterns but also economy and warfare at a pivotal time of European prehistory.
About
What does the so-called "third scientific revolution in archaeology" mean?
You will get insight into how specialized natural methods - such as ancient DNA and strontium isotope analysis - are changing our ability to interpret and understand the past. We look at societal changes in prehistoric Europe from the time around the introduction of agriculture to the end of the Bronze Age. The aspects that we place great emphasis on are social complexity, production methods, interaction and diffusion, consumption and distribution patterns, but also political economy and warfare.
Prerequisites and selection
Entry requirements
Admission to the course requires a Bachelor of Arts or the equivalent of 180 credits, of which 90 credits within the disciplines of Archaeology or Classical Studies and Ancient History.
Selection
Selection is based upon the number of credits from previous university studies, maximum 165 credits.
