Classical Archaeology effective date of concentratrion Winter 2001 | previous requirements May be elected as a departmental concentration program Classical archaeology is the study of the material culture — the artifacts, sites, monuments, and landscapes — of the ancient Mediterranean world. While the civilizations of Greece and Rome tend to be our focus, other areas, notably Egypt and the Near East, also form part of what we study. Classical archeology deals with all periods from the Paleolithic ('Old Stone Age') through to Byzantine times. Courses in Classical Archaeology Concentration Program. Requires a minimum of 9-10 courses (at least 3 credits each) including: at least two of the following introductory courses: CLARCH 221, 222, 323 at least three upper-level CLARCH courses (numbered 350 and above). at least one course in either Greek or Roman history or civilization. at least one upper-level course in a cognate field (e.g., Anthropology, History, History of Art, Near Eastern Studies, Religion, Women's Studies), chosen in consultation with and approved by the concentration advisor. third-term proficiency in Greek or Latin. Honors Concentration. In addition to the concentration requirements stated above, Honors candidates are required to take CLARCH 324, to take a minimum of eight credits in the second classical language (classical Greek if the major language is Latin; Latin if the major language is classical Greek), and to write an Honors thesis. Those interested should consult with the concentration advisor well in advance of their senior year. Field Experience. Recommended but not required for a concentration in Classical Archaeology. There are several opportunities for students to join excavations in the Mediterranean area under the supervision of University of Michigan faculty. Contact the Department to speak with an advisor. Undergraduate Courses in Classical Archaeology University of Michigan | College of LS&A | Student Academic Affairs | LS&A Bulletin Index This page maintained by LS&A Academic Information and Publications, 1228 Angell Hall Copyright © 2002 The Regents of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA +1 734 764-1817 Trademarks of the University of Michigan may not be electronically or otherwise altered or separated from this document or used for any non-University purpose.