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SA4862 Imagining the World: The Anthropology of Consciousness

Academic year(s): 2016-2017

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: TBC

The anthropology of consciousness is central to contemporary anthropology. This module shows how significant ethnographic studies are for understanding certain aspects of consciousness and for the development of theory in this domain.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact:

Scheduled learning hours: 22

Guided independent study hours: 278

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews:

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 50%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 50%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC