Rise of Civilization
Y26.5070 / Credit
The course examines the foundations and development of early civilizations in the Old and New Worlds. It considers the origins of food production and domestication of plants and animals and analyzes the trends toward increasing economic, social, and political complexity that resulted in the rise of early states. Theories of the origins of the state and archaeological evidence from both the Old and the New Worlds are discussed.
You must be an NYU student in a credit program to take this course. It is not available for online registration. If you're interested in applying to the school, call (212) 998-7200.
NYU Students already enrolled in a credit program should visit NYUHome to register through ALBERT.
