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AR2L2: Study Abroad

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AR2L2: Study Abroad

Module code: AR2L2

Module provider: Archaeology; School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science

Credits: 60

Level: Level 2 (Intermediate)

When you'll be taught: Semester 2

Module convenor: Dr Aleks Pluskowski, email: a.g.pluskowski@reading.ac.uk

Pre-requisite module(s):

Co-requisite module(s):

Pre-requisite or Co-requisite module(s):

Module(s) excluded:

Placement information: na

Academic year: 2024/5

Available to visiting students: No

Talis reading list: No

Last updated: 23 May 2024

Overview

Module aims and purpose

The module aims to give students an introduction to concepts and approaches in a different national tradition of scholarship. This may involve not just archaeology, but also other disciplines of a related nature and/or of relevance to the pursuit of certain topics within archaeology. This module involves spending a term (three to four months) at a university abroad which has an exchange agreement with the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø, following modules at the host university in archaeology and/or related subjects. Examination requirements are those of the host university. 

Module learning outcomes

By the end of the module, it is expected that the student will be able to: 

  1. locate and assemble data from a variety of sources in information storage and retrieval systems typical of the host country; 
  2. extract and collate information from sources in a variety of languages; 
  3. organise the information to construct an argument in writing to satisfy the requirements of the host institution. 

Module content

The module is based on exchange programmes with universities in other foreign countries. It consists of the following elements: 
(1) Credits from host university course (1) 15 credits (7.5 ECTS) 
(2) Credits from host university course (2) 15 credits (7.5 ECTS) 
(3) Credits from host university course (3) 15 credits (7.5 ECTS) 
(4) Credits from host university course (4) 15 credits (7.5 ECTS) 

Structure

Teaching and learning methods

(1) - (4) (see above) as per requirements of the host institution. 

Study hours


 Scheduled teaching and learning activities  Semester 1  Semester 2 Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù
Lectures
Seminars
Tutorials
Project Supervision
Demonstrations
Practical classes and workshops
Supervised time in studio / workshop
Scheduled revision sessions
Feedback meetings with staff
Fieldwork
External visits
Work-based learning


 Self-scheduled teaching and learning activities  Semester 1  Semester 2 Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù
Directed viewing of video materials/screencasts
Participation in discussion boards/other discussions
Feedback meetings with staff
Other
Other (details)


 Placement and study abroad  Semester 1  Semester 2 Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù
Placement
Study abroad 600

Please note that the hours listed above are for guidance purposes only.

 Independent study hours  Semester 1  Semester 2 Ìý³§³Ü³¾³¾±ð°ù
Independent study hours

Please note the independent study hours above are notional numbers of hours; each student will approach studying in different ways. We would advise you to reflect on your learning and the number of hours you are allocating to these tasks.

Semester 1 The hours in this column may include hours during the Christmas holiday period.

Semester 2 The hours in this column may include hours during the Easter holiday period.

Summer The hours in this column will take place during the summer holidays and may be at the start and/or end of the module.

Assessment

Requirements for a pass

The marks that students achieve at their host university will be brought back with them to the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø. After translation in accordance with the agreed formula, the marks will be applied to this module and, if applicable, used in the calculation of progression and/or the overall classification. 

Summative assessment

Type of assessment Detail of assessment % contribution towards module mark Size of assessment Submission date Additional information
As determined by the host institution. 100

Penalties for late submission of summative assessment

As determined by the host institution.

Formative assessment

Formative assessment is any task or activity which creates feedback (or feedforward) for you about your learning, but which does not contribute towards your overall module mark.

Reassessment

Type of reassessment Detail of reassessment % contribution towards module mark Size of reassessment Submission date Additional information
As determined by the host institution 100

Additional costs

Item Additional information Cost
Computers and devices with a particular specification
Printing and binding
Required textbooks
Specialist clothing, footwear, or headgear
Specialist equipment or materials
Travel, accommodation, and subsistence

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MODULE DESCRIPTION DOES NOT FORM ANY PART OF A STUDENT'S CONTRACT.

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