Galen University highlights the following courses for study abroad students interested in the Archaeology Semester.  For a complete list of courses offered in the upcoming semester, click here.  We are now also offering a Master's degree in Anthropology, click here for more details. 

ANTH-110 ARCHAEOLOGY METHOD & THEORY
(3 CREDITS)
Introduction to Archaeology is an examination of the general theoretical and methodological issues in archaeology. Topics include the fundamentals of archaeology, the relations between theory and observation, and, the relationship between material and non-material culture. Students are taught the fundamental techniques of data collection, and get the actual experience of fieldwork and applications of archaeology to a greater understanding of our past and present.

ANTH-215 MAYA CULTURE & ARCHAEOLOGY OF BELIZE
(3 CREDITS)
This course provides a survey of the Maya peoples and history of Belize, through archaeology, linguistics, and cultural history from pre-history to the present day. Students will be introduced to Maya architecture, art, language, and culture--experientially and through lectures and classes.

ANTH- 265 DEVELOPMENT: AN INDIGENOUS PERSPECTIVE
(3 CREDITS)
This course examines and compares the underlying assumptions of the western notion of development, against the indigenous concept of development through identity. It analyzes the implications of the indigenous proposal for development workers and institutions, and current related initiatives in Central America, such as Plan Puebla Panama. The course includes visits to Maya communities,innovative indigenous development projects in education, and natural resource management.

ANTH-225 MESOAMERICAN CIVILIZATIONS
(3 CREDITS)
This course will survey the prehistory of ancient Mesoamerica, with particular focus on the major aboriginal cultures of Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize (i.e. the Olmecs, Teotihuacan, Zapotecs, Maya, Aztecs, etc.).  Pre-Columbian archaeology and culture history of Mesoamerica will be covered using lectures, readings, slides, films, field trips, and discussions. Specific attention will be given to the native arts, architecture, scientific achievements, physical anthropology and paleo-ethnography of principal Native groups. The course progresses chronologically from Paleo-Indian times to the European Conquest, with emphasis on major cultural achievements, and the growth of civilizations in the various regions of the area.

ANTH-480 ADVANCED FIELD ARCHAEOLOGY
(3 CREDITS)
This is a field opportunity for students who have had at least one previous archaeology field experience. The course focuses on advanced techniques and methods for site, location, exploration, and/or excavation. Some projects require extended periods of group living, and/or camping, off campus. One credit hour per week of work (usually one day off per week).