Undergraduate Course: Anthropology and Photography (SCAN10040)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Social and Political Science |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Available to all students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
| Home subject area |
Social Anthropology |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
Will explore through first hand experience that place of the photograph in visual culture while fostering a critical appreciation of the nature of visual evidence. Whole class lectures, general discussions, small group work; mandatory class assignments and team project. |
Entry Requirements
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Co-requisites |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None |
Information for Visiting Students
| Pre-requisites |
Visiting students should have at least 3 Anthropology courses at grade B or above (or be predicted to obtain this). We will only consider University/College level courses. |
| Displayed in Visiting Students Prospectus? |
Yes |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| Knowledge and understanding of the role of visual culture in the form of the photograph; comparative analysis of ethnographic photography; explanation and interpreation in social anthropology. |
Assessment Information
One essay of 3,000 to 3,500 words (80%), one course assignment (20%)
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Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Keywords |
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Contacts
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Course secretary |
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