Practising Anthropology (L6068)
Practising Anthropology
Module L6068
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
This module aims to offer a basic introduction to anthropological practice by answering the question: "What do anthropologists do'" Starting with a consideration of fieldwork and the core anthropological method of participant observation, then moving to a consideration of forms of anthropological writing and ethnography, the module will also consider the impacts that engaged anthropology can have on the contemporary world.
Module learning outcomes
To demonstrate knowledge of core anthropological practices, such as fieldwork and the writing of ethnographies
To apply an understanding of ethnographic writing practices to the students' own written work
To identity and describe key areas in which anthropology has engaged with and had impact on issues in the contemporary world
To demonstrate a basic understanding of the relationship between knowledge, analysis and writing skills
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 11 | 70.00% |
| Project | T1 Week 7 | 30.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Evan Killick
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Dr Alice Wilson
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Dr James McMurray
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Dr Demet Dinler
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Miss Susan Chater
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