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AHIS8252 – Egypt in the Age of Akhenaten and Tutankhamun
2021 – Session 1, Fully online/virtual
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor and Lecturer
Dr. Camilla Di Biase-Dyson
Contact via Email
Arts Precinct, Level 1, Office B 121
By appointment
Co-Convenor
Dr. Susanne Binder
Contact via Email
Arts Precinct, Level 1, Office B 111
By appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MAncHist or GradCertAncHist
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
AHIX8252
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit examines central historical issues of the New Kingdom with a focus on the Amarna Age (from the reign of Amenhotep III to Tutankhamon) based on an interpretation of a range of written sources (royal and non-royal) against the background of the archaeological record, art and architecture. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the corpus of royal and private monumental inscriptions of the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Age.
- ULO2: Evaluate at an advanced level the historical significance of documentary sources through the analysis and interpretation of texts in conjunction with iconographic and archaeological sources.
- ULO3: Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of central historical issues of the New Kingdom, in particular the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Period.
- ULO4: Evaluate modern historical interpretations of the history of the late 18th Dynasty against their use of the relevant primary sources.
General Assessment Information
Your work will be assessed against: Appropriate use of secondary literature (Documentary Project, Essay), clarity of argument, structure and expression (Documentary Project, Essay, Exam). The marking rubric for the essay is provided on iLearn.
EXTENSIONS and DISRUPTION to STUDIES (Special Consideration) Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests. For Special Consideration policy see below under Policies and Procedures
GRADES The grade a student receives will signify their overall performance in meeting the learning outcomes of a unit of study. Grades will not be awarded by reference to the achievement of other students nor allocated to fit a predetermined distribution. In determining a grade, due weight will be given to the learning outcomes and level of a unit (ie 100, 200, 300, 800 etc).
Graded units will use the following grades: HD High Distinction 85-100 D Distinction 75-84 Cr Credit 65-74 P Pass 50-64 F Fail 0-49
IMPORTANT NOTE ON FINAL MARKS: Please note with respect to the marks you receive for work during the session: the marks given are indicative only; final marks will be determined after moderation. See further the note on Results in the Policies and Procedures section below.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Documentary Project | 30% | No | To be determined when topics are assigned. |
| Contribution to Tutorial discussion board | 10% | No | After the first documentary project has been presented. |
| Essay | 30% | No | 09.05.2021 (Week 9) |
| Exam | 30% | No | Week 13 (date TBC) |
Documentary Project
Assessment Type 1: Media presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 40 hours
Due: To be determined when topics are assigned.
Weighting: 30%
Students will write a documentary project on a specified topic based on the analysis of textual, iconographic and archaeological evidence. They will prepare a PPT presentation, that includes audio narration, on the results of their research.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate at an advanced level the historical significance of documentary sources through the analysis and interpretation of texts in conjunction with iconographic and archaeological sources.
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of central historical issues of the New Kingdom, in particular the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Period.
Contribution to Tutorial discussion board
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: After the first documentary project has been presented.
Weighting: 10%
Students will participate in an online tutorial in which the material presented in the Documentary Projects will be discussed. They will make a written contribution to a discussion board.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Evaluate at an advanced level the historical significance of documentary sources through the analysis and interpretation of texts in conjunction with iconographic and archaeological sources.
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of central historical issues of the New Kingdom, in particular the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Period.
Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 45 hours
Due: 09.05.2021 (Week 9)
Weighting: 30%
Students will write an essay on a topic on the history of the late 18th Dynasty. The essay will require an evaluation of secondary sources based on the analysis of primary sources (textual, iconographical and archaeological).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the corpus of royal and private monumental inscriptions of the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Age.
- Evaluate at an advanced level the historical significance of documentary sources through the analysis and interpretation of texts in conjunction with iconographic and archaeological sources.
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of central historical issues of the New Kingdom, in particular the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Period.
- Evaluate modern historical interpretations of the history of the late 18th Dynasty against their use of the relevant primary sources.
Exam
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2 hours
Due: Week 13 (date TBC)
Weighting: 30%
Students will do an exam that involves the analysis and discussion of the historical significance of specific texts and iconographic and archaeological sources; answering questions on specific historical issues of the late 18th Dynasty
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the corpus of royal and private monumental inscriptions of the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Age.
- Evaluate at an advanced level the historical significance of documentary sources through the analysis and interpretation of texts in conjunction with iconographic and archaeological sources.
- Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of central historical issues of the New Kingdom, in particular the late 18th Dynasty / Amarna Period.
- Evaluate modern historical interpretations of the history of the late 18th Dynasty against their use of the relevant primary sources.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
The unit is delivered via iLearn and Echo360 which links the audio recording and the video capture of the visual material used to illustrate the lecture. External students will be required to listen to and work through the recordings of the classes.
PC and Internet access are required. Basic computer skills (e.g., internet, iLearn, word processing, Powerpoint) are also a requirement. Please consult teaching staff for any further, more specific requirements.
Recommended Textbooks
Aidan Dodson, Amarna Sunset (Cairo, 2009)
Aidan Dodson, Amarna Sunrise (Cairo, 2014)
Barry Kemp, The City of Akhenaten and Nefertiti. Amarna and its People (London, 2012)
David O’Connor & Eric H. Cline, Amenhotep III. Perspectives on his Reign (Ann Arbor, 1998)
Ronald T. Ridley, Akhenaten. A historian’s view (Cairo, 2019)
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 10/02/2021 | Essay submission date pushed forward one week. |
Unit information based on version 2021.01 of the Handbook