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SA1001   Anthropology in the World

Academic year(s): 2018-2019

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: 4.00 pm

The module explores topical and controversial issues in the relation between environment and human social life, drawing on the full variety of human societies. It explores such themes as the environmental determinism of human customs, economic development, and 'uprooted peoples'.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): It is recommended to also take SA1002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 lectures, 1 film/workshop and 1 tutorial.

Scheduled learning hours: 55

Guided independent study hours: 145

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr M Frankland