مناهج البحث في علم المصريات

Course Information

• Course Title: Research Methods in Archaeology and Civilization (Ancient Egyptian Archaeology)
• Course Code: M-405-ARCH 201
• Instructor: Dr. Hala Mustafa
• Department: Ancient Egyptian Archaeology, Archaeology and Excavation Science

Course Schedule

• Days: Sunday
• Time: 10:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Grading Distribution

• Attendance and Participation: 5 points
• Midterm Exam: 10 points
• Applications and Drills: 15 points
• Final Exam: 70 points

Course Content

• Introduction to archaeological research methods
• Research Methodology in Ancient Egyptian Archaeology
• Stages of scientific research
• Methodology for documenting references
• Supporting Sciences
• Characteristics of the researcher
• Elements of research
• Key references used in Ancient Egyptian archaeology, journals, periodicals, websites

Recommended Books

• Mamdouh Mohamed Damaati, Research Methodology in Ancient Egyptian Archaeology, Cairo, 2009.
• Hassan Othman, Historical Research Methodology, Dar Al-Maarif, 1996.
• Kamal Haider, Archaeological and Historical Research Methodology, Beirut, 1995.
• Mathieu, B., Abbreviations of periodicals and collections used at the French Institute of Oriental Archaeology, 6th edition, Cairo, 2017.

Scientific Research

• Definition: A systematic process aimed at resolving specific problems or answering specific questions using specific scientific methods that can lead to new scientific knowledge.
• Goal: Discovering facts and testing them to gain specific knowledge of causes.
• Presentation: A comprehensive report presented by the researcher about their work, encompassing all stages of the study from the initial idea to the final proven and organized results.

Archaeological Research

• Definition: A method of discovery and investigation used to achieve a specific goal.
• Archaeological perspective in Egypt: A methodical and restorative approach whereby the researcher studies human remnants to understand the past and provide a clear picture of the evolution of civilizations.

Archaeological Research Steps

• Defining the research topic
• Gathering sources (Ancient Egyptian artifacts, artifacts from neighboring civilization, travelogues, historical accounts, contemporary records, references, studies, and the internet)
• Criticism and analysis
• Structuring (forming a clear picture of facts, connecting them, documentation, and results)
• Preparing the research paper (framing and presenting the subject matter)

Archaeological Research Methods

• Foreign References
• Arabic References

Supporting Sciences

• Linguistics and Philology
• Paleography (Study of ancient writing systems)
• Anthropology (Study of humanity)
• Documents, Seals, and Inscriptions
• Geography
• Economics
• Literature
• Art (drawing, painting, sculpture, architecture)
• History
• Other Sciences
• Travel and Exploration

Researcher Attributes

• Talent
• Scientific Mindset
• Methodology
• Scientific Knowledge
• Expression
• Honesty and Sincerity
• Objectivity
• Clarity
• Commitment to scientific style
• Confidence
• Competitive Ability with Ethics
• Time Management
• Patience
• Broad Perspective

Research Elements

• Title page
• Introduction page
• Table of Contents
• List of Abbreviations
• Introduction
• Body
• Summary
• Appendices
• Glossary
• Bibliography
• Images

Additional References

• Major references used in Ancient Egyptian archaeology
• Journals
• Periodicals
• Important internet sites

Student Activity

• Research project that applies the above and presents it.

مقدمة في مناهج البحث الأثري. نظرة على البحث العلمي في علم المصريات القديمة. المراجع الرئيسية المستخدمة في علم المصريات القديمة.