The Archaeology of Disaster
How have human societies managed disasters throughout history, and how do we know this? Through exciting case studies of natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions and tsunamis, as well as cultural disasters like wars and mass migrations, we explore how these events have impacted human culture and biodiversity.
In the course on Disaster Archaeology, you will gain insight into this fascinating field of research, focusing on prehistoric, historical, and modern disasters. Learn about the analytical methods used to understand vulnerability, risk, and resilience. Discuss how societies have adapted and developed strategies to manage disasters from the Stone Age to today, and what lessons we can learn for the future. This course offers a global perspective on humanity's struggle and adaptation in the face of disasters.
With this course, you will gain foundational knowledge of disaster archaeology and the interdisciplinary methods used to analyze material remains. You will learn to critically review published works in the field and discuss human responses to disasters. The focus is on studying archaeological remains, material culture, human remains, animal bones, and written source material to address these questions.
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Course structure
Lectures take place on Wednesday evenings from 6-8 PM during the spring term in the Wallenberg Laboratory.
Teaching format
The teaching consists of mandatory lectures and practical exercises.
Assessment
The course is assessed through written assignments and a take-home exam.
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course. -
Contact
Course directorAikaterini Glykou
Study councellor
- Office hours
By appointment.
Student affairs office
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