ANTHRO 207

Coming of the Māori: Archaeology of Aotearoa (New Zealand)

Please note: this is archived course information from 2016 for ANTHRO 207.

Description

Examines the first 600-700 years of human settlement in Aotearoa/New Zealand from an archaeological perspective, from polynesian arrival through the early historic period. Themes include Māori origins in East Polynesia, adaptations to Aotearoa's temperate environment, changing patterns of resource use, Māori material culture and arts, the development of fortified sites or pā and the emergence of classic Māori society.

Availability 2016

Not taught in 2016

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Professor Melinda S. Allen

Assessment

Coursework only; no exam

Points

ANTHRO 207: 15 points

Prerequisites

ANTHRO 101 or 30 points at Stage I in Museums and Cultural Heritage or 60 points passed

Restrictions

ANTHRO 365