This module will introduce students to archaeological, anthropological and museological approaches to violent conflict in the twentieth and twenty-first...

Archaeologies of Modern Conflict (ARCL0145)

This module will introduce students to archaeological, anthropological and museological approaches to violent conflict in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The principal focus will be on contested representations and memories of modern conflict, and the impact and value of archaeological research in conflict and post-conflict environments. The module will focus on theoretical and methodological approaches, while drawing on a wide range of relevant materials and case studies from around the world.

Module description 

This module will introduce students to archaeological, anthropological and heritage approaches to violent conflict in the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The principal focus will be on contested representations and memories of modern conflict, and the impact and value of archaeological research in conflict and post-conflict environments. The module will focus on theoretical and methodological approaches, while drawing on a wide range of relevant materials and case studies from around the world.

Module Aims 

This module aims to introduce students to the innovative approaches to the study of recent conflicts that have been pioneered in archaeology and anthropology in recent years. The combination of theoretical and practical approaches will provide a good grounding in the subject for students interested in historical archaeology, conflict heritage, and the material and social aspects of commemoration.

Learning Outcomes 

On successful completion of the module students should be able to demonstrate:

• Critical reflection and evaluation of texts, objects, sites and exhibitions

• Observation and interpretation skills

• Discussion, oral presentation and argumentation skills

 

Further information is available here https://www.ucl.ac.uk/archaeology/study/graduate-taught/courses/archaeologies-modern-conflict