UNDERSTANDING SOCIAL RELATIONS

Course Code

AT 2003

Credit Points

30

Course Coordinator

Dr J Rasanayagam

Pre-requisites

Either AT 1002 or AT 1501.

Overview

This course examines anthropological concepts of society and social relations through ethnographic studies. How is the person defined in different cultures? How do individuals form their sense of selfhood and identity? What is the relationship between the individual and society? We will discuss the major trends within anthropology that have addressed these questions, including ideas from classical as well as contemporary thinkers. We will also explore issues of morality, power and subjectivity.

Structure

2 one-hour lecture and 1 one-hour tutorial per week.

Assessment

1st Attempt: Examination (60%), in-course assessment (40%).

Resit: Examination (100%).