Course - Introduction to Social Anthropology - SANT1000
SANT1000 - Introduction to Social Anthropology
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters
Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
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Written examination | 100/100 | 4 timer |
Course content
The course provides an introduction to central themes, modes of analysis and methods (such as fieldwork and participant observation) in Social Anthropology. It gives an introduction to the disciplines key concepts and discusses the usefulness of such concepts including culture, holism, relativism and comparison. It also includes the history of the discipline, and gives an overview of the theoretical complexity, current discussions and present challenges of the discipline. The course is compulsory for all BA and One-Year Programme students in Social Anthropology.
Learning outcome
To develop basic knowledge of Social Anthropological approaches to social life and cultural variation. The students shall acquire an understanding of the disciplines hallmarks, ways of thinking, and obtain knowledge of the important themes and approaches in Social Anthropology. They shall also gain insight into the methods used in the discipline. The course gives a basic insight and an initial introduction for students who aim to do either a BA or a One-Year Programme in Social Anthropology. It also gives an introduction and overview to students from other disciplines, who are interested in Social Anthropology as a minor subject. Additionally, the obligatory written exercise will develop the students skills in academic writing.
Learning methods and activities
Approx. 24 hours lectures/seminars, 2 day-seminar. Deadline approved written assignment: November 1st.
4-hour written exam.
Compulsory assignments
- Approved written assignment
Recommended previous knowledge
None.
Required previous knowledge
None.
Credit reductions
Course code | Reduction | From | To |
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SVSANT101 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2013
Language of instruction: Norwegian
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- Social Sciences
- Social Anthropology
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Social Anthropology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD Written examination 100/100 2013-12-03 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2014-05-23 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"