Course Description

Course Name

Viking and Late Norse British Isles

Session: VGSS3122

Hours & Credits

20 SCQF Credits

Prerequisites & Language Level

Taught In English

  • There is no language prerequisite for courses at this language level.

Overview

A survey of the Viking and Late Norse archaeological evidence for settlement in the British Isles. New evidence will be presented and specifically the settlements and burials will be considered.

 
Course Aims:
- Provide an overview of the character of Viking and Late Norse Archaeology in the British Isles during the period c750-1450AD
- Investigate, with the aid of regional case studies, differing responses and impacts on the landscape and indigenous populations
- Introduce key research themes within Norse Archaeology: settlements, burials, religion and artefacts
- Develop an awareness of interdisciplinary approaches to assessing the economic impact of the Viking and Late Norse colonists

*Course content subject to change