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ANT1001 Cultural Diversity: an Introduction to Anthropology

Transition Semester 3, 2023 9W Online
Units : 1
School or Department : School of Humanities & Communication
Grading basis : Graded
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Overview

In Semester 3, 2023 this course will be delivered as a Transition (9 week) semester, commencing on 13 November 2023 and concluding on 12 January 2024.

Understanding cultural diversity is an essential element of living in a complex, connected and changing world. This course celebrates the diversity of human societies and cultures, while emphasising our common humanity. Drawing on rich cross-cultural examples, from cities and towns to rural regions and villages, students are invited to reflect on their own knowledge and experiences. The course guides students to develop an informed and critical understanding of cultural diversity, including questions of social and political inequality. These skills and knowledge are advantageous for many careers including those in health, education, law, environment, tourism and business. The course further provides a foundation to key concepts, methods and debates in anthropology necessary for higher level courses in anthropology and archaeology.

The study of human communities, their societies and cultures, is approached through the perspectives of cultural anthropology. Students are presented with the major theories, concepts and debates of this discipline, and will read material related to current diverse interests and concerns of anthropologists.

Course learning outcomes

On completion of this course students will be have a basic capacity to:

  1. appreciate and respect cultural difference within their own society and beyond;
  2. critically evaluate cultural diversity and representations made of other cultures;
  3. recognise the value and importance of specific anthropological knowledge;
  4. undertake anthropological analysis and interpretation through critical reading, essay writing, and debate.

Topics

Description Weighting(%)
1. Culture and Change 25.00
2. Body and Mind 25.00
3. Resources and Power 25.00
4. Creativity and Meaning 25.00

Text and materials required to be purchased or accessed

Jack David Eller 2015, Cultural Anthropology: 101, 1st edn, Routledge.

Student workload expectations

To do well in this subject, students are expected to commit approximately 10 hours per week including class contact hours, independent study, and all assessment tasks. If you are undertaking additional activities, which may include placements and residential schools, the weekly workload hours may vary.

Assessment details

Approach Type Description Group
Assessment
Weighting (%) Course learning outcomes
Assignments Written Quiz No 10 1,2,3,4
Assignments Written Essay No 45 1,2,3,4
Examinations Non-invigilated Time limited online examinatn No 45 1,2,3,4
Date printed 9 February 2024