MODULE SPECIFICATION COVER SHEET
1.
Title of the module
SE566 Human Osteology
2.
School or partner institution which will be responsible for management of the module
School of Anthropology and Conservation
3.
The level of the module (e.g. Level 4, Level 5, Level 6 or Level 7)
Level 6
4.
The number of credits and the ECTS value which the module represents
15 (7.5)
5.
Which term(s) the module is to be taught in (or other teaching pattern)
Autumn
6.
Prerequisite and co-requisite modules
Foundations of Biological Anthropology (SE302)
7.
The programmes of study to which the module contributes
BSc in Biological Anthropology, BSc in Anthropology, BSc in Medical Anthropology
8.
The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
8.1. A comprehensive understanding of the human skeletal system, including the nature and function of
bone, the identification of bone and bony fragments in an anthropological context, and the interpretation
of morphological features of bone for biological anthropology research.
8.2. Experience with the identification, and analysis of human bone, and understanding of how these
data are utilized to answer significant anthropological research questions.
8.3. An understanding of the ethical treatment of human remains in light of major moral and legal
dilemmas facing anthropology today.
8.4. Exposure to an anthropological approach to the study of the skeletal structure of humans.
8.5. Critical evaluation of new research in the field of human skeletal biology.
All of these learning outcomes directly relate to the programme’s learning outcomes of knowledge and
understanding of biological anthropology.
9.
The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
9.1. Critical thinking
9.2. Development of writing skills, such as clarity and correct referencing of sources
9.3. Development of reading skills
9.4. Time management and preparation
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9.5. Organisation of information in a clear way
9.6. Development of basic laboratory skills
These learning outcomes will allow students to develop and demonstrate intellectual and subjectspecific skills (including critical thinking, reasoning and reflection, information structuring, analysis and
synthesis, application of theory to practical problems, appropriate use of sources, and clarity in
thinking), as well as key transferable skills, including communication and information technology (e.g.,
undertaking on-line research, producing written documents), problem solving, and self-motivation.
10. A synopsis of the curriculum.
The study of the human skeletal system is basic to the discipline of biological anthropology. This
module will examine the fundamentals of human osteology. Students will learn to identify and analyse
human bone and evaluate and interpret major research in biological anthropology that has as its basis
the analysis of bone.
11. Reading List (Indicative list, current at time of publication. Reading lists will be published
annually).
Hillson, S. 1996 Dental Anthropology Cambridge University Press
Katzenberg, M.A. and Saunders, S.R. 2000 Biological Anthropology of the Human Skeleton Wiley-Liss
White, T.D., Black, M.T., Folkins, P.A. . 2012 Human Osteology 3nd Ed. Academic Press
12. Learning and Teaching methods.
Study hours: 150 overall, in term time 2 hours in lecture/practical format and 10.5 private study hours
per week. All learning outcomes will be addressed through presentation of relevant material in lab
based practicals and weekly lectures.
Lab Practicals help achieve the learning outcomes of knowledge of methods in human osteology,
identification of human remains, time management, critical thinking, and critically examining original
research papers.
Assigned readings support material delivered in the weekly lectures and lab practicals, develop reading
skills, critical analysis of research and methods in biological anthropology, time management and
preparation for lectures, lab practicals and assessed course work.
13. Assessment methods.
2 Practical Quizzes (10% each, total of 20%)
1 Practical Lab report (40%)
1 In Class Theory Test (40%)
Practical quizzes assess the student’s identification of human skeletal remains.
Practical lab report assesses the student’s knowledge of methods in skeletal remains as well as
application of problem solving in the analysis of human remains.
In class theory test assesses the student’s knowledge and understanding of relevant theories in human
osteology in Biological Anthropology.
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14. Map of Module Learning Outcomes (sections 8 & 9) to Learning and
(section12) and methods of Assessment (section 13)
Module
8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4
learning
outcome
Learning/
Hours
teaching
allocated
method
Private Study 126
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
Lectures
12
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x
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x
x
x
Lab Practicals
12
Assessment
method
x
x
x
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Practical Quiz
x
x
x
x
x
x
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Practical Lab
Report
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Theory Test
Teaching Methods
9.5
9.6
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x
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x
x
x
x
15. The School recognises and has embedded the expectations of current disability equality
legislation, and supports students with a declared disability or special educational need in its
teaching. Within this module we will make reasonable adjustments wherever necessary,
including additional or substitute materials, teaching modes or assessment methods for
students who have declared and discussed their learning support needs. Arrangements for
students with declared disabilities will be made on an individual basis, in consultation with
the University’s disability/dyslexia student support service, and specialist support will be
provided where needed.
16. Campus(es) or Centre(s) where module will be delivered:
Canterbury
If the module is part of a programme in a Partner College or Validated Institution, please
complete sections 17 and 18. If the module is not part of a programme in a Partner College or
Validated Institution these sections can be deleted.
17. Partner College/Validated Institution:
18. University School responsible for the programme:
School of Anthropology and Conservation
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Revision record – all revisions must be recorded in the grid and full details of the change retained in the
appropriate committee records.
Date approved
Major/minor
revision
Start date of the delivery of
revised version
Section revised
Impacts PLOs( Q6&7 cover
sheet)
28/10/15
Minor
Sep-15
6, 12, 13, 14
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