University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 4.00 pm Lectures (Mon, Tue, Thu)

This module introduces students to the key concepts that social anthropologists use in social analysis. It provides introductions to the principal areas of anthropological enquiry, placing kinship, economics, religion, and political life in a cross-cultural comparative context. Bringing these perspectives together, we consider how anthropology shines light on the interconnected nature of life in contemporary global societies.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): It is recommended to also take SA1001

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Weekly contact: 3 lectures and 1 tutorial

Scheduled learning hours: 44

Guided independent study hours: 160

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 70% coursework, 30% written examination

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

Re-assessment: 100% written examination

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr A E Joyce
Module teaching staff: Team taught