Forensic Archaeology
This course is offered as a 200 hour elective.
This course is offered as a 100 hour elective.
The study of forensic archaeology equips students with the knowledge and skills essential for their future roles as active, informed citizens and advocates for a fair and just society. It develops skills in critical thinking, independent inquiry-based learning and encourages students to become engaged in lifelong learning.
Forensic Archaeology is an elective history. Lots of investigative approaches are used to develop the student’s ability to interpret data, write an argument using evidence and communicate effectively.
This is a ‘hands on’ course which actively involves the students in the investigative process. It includes site studies such as; a cemetery study, a visit to the Justice and Police Museum, forensic science laboratory investigations and virtual investigations on the internet.
The Course Topics
Year 9 - 2023
Module A 100 hours
• Mummy Murder Mysteries
• Crime and Punishment throughout time
• CSI True Crime
• Marine Archaeology
Year 10 - 2023
Module B 100 hours
• Political assassinations (Anastasia and JFK)
• Wicked Witches
• Psychological Profiling – Jack the Ripper
• Conspiracy Theories - JFK