Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2020 - HS 303 D100

Selected Topics in Hellenic Studies (4)

Byzantine Art and Archaeology

Class Number: 8172

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 6 – Apr 9, 2020: Tue, Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 21, 2020
    Tue, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

The study of issues related to Hellenic Studies not offered in regular courses.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course introduces students to daily life in Byzantium (395-1453 CE), the medieval Christian empire which emerged in the Near East and Mediterranean, through a thematic survey of their art, architecture, and archaeology. Emphasis is placed on identifying and analyzing material remains to access the period’s social history and contextualizing Byzantium’s relationship within the wider medieval world. This is achieved through a series of art historical and archaeological case studies which explore the cultural traditions and experiences of those living within the empire. Special interest is also given to the history and development of Byzantine archaeology, as we question the theoretical, methodological, and socio-political frameworks that have shaped the discipline. 

Grading

  • Art Exhibit Project 15%
  • Paper Proposal 5%
  • Annotated Bibliography 5%
  • Paper Outline 5%
  • Final Term Paper 20%
  • Quizzes (X4) 20%
  • Final Examination 30%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

All required readings will be available either online or at the SFU Library.

Registrar Notes:

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