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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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
Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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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. |
Prospectus website |
http://www.ed.ac.uk/studying/visiting-exchange/courses |
Course Delivery Information
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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Please see Visiting Student Prospectus website for Visiting Student Assessment information |
Special Arrangements
Not entered |
Contacts
Course organiser |
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Course secretary |
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