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Learning outcomes
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Demonstrate knowledge of the history of anthropology and its engagement with other cultures.
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Understand and apply key concepts in the discipline to contemporary issues.
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Recognize the significance of anthropology's contribution to theory and analysis in other disciplines.
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Critically reflect upon your own society and culture.
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Analyse a range of contemporary issues through competing theoretical perspectives.
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Additional information
Unit content:Anthropology refers to the study of humanity, and our exploration of this discipline is premised on the assumption that dialogue with other cultures is central to an understanding of our own. This unit is a history of ideas about cultural difference, and a critical consideration of the discipline of Anthropology and its broader importance to the social sciences and humanities. It introduces classic studies of 'Other' cultures and societies in the context of counterpoint constructions of the Modern/Western 'Self'.