Subject Area: History<br/><br/>This course explores the origins and evolution ancient Egyptian and West Asian civilizations. After a brief consideration of Paleolithic precursors, we will examine the Neolithic Revolution, taking into account the environmental context. Next, we will follow the rise of complex civilisation, urbanisation, and the origins of the state. The bulk of the course will then focus on the comparative evolution of Egyptian and other East Mediterranean / West Asian state-level societies. Extensive use of material culture will supplement written evidence; the course has a large archaeological component. Themes pursued in this course may include: change and continuity... -- Course Website
Prerequisites: 30 units of credit at Level 1
