Re-Thinking the World (Dis) Order: (L6301A)
Re-Thinking the World (Dis) Order: Anthropological perspectives on Geopolitics and Diplomacy
Module L6301A
Module details for 2022/23.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
demonstrate knowledge/understanding of anthropological approaches to geopolitics
analyse/evaluate/assess critically main theoretical debates in the fields of the anthropology of geo-politics and diplomacy, and to have an awareness of the history of these debates and how specific theoretical trends have developed over time.
relate theory to specific ethnographic contexts in the analysis of geopolitical processes, conflicts and projects
evaluate/compare strengths and weaknesses of anthropological theories developed and deployed to understand urban spaces and urban lives.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (4000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 100.00% |
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 | Seminar | 3 hours | 11111111111 |
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