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Urban Anthropology (KSK_076)

About Study Course

Department: Faculty of Social Sciences
ECTS:3
Course supervisor:Matīss Šteinerts
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Target audience:Sociology
Language:Latvian
Study course description Full description, Full time
Branch of science:Social Anthropology; Sociology and social work

Objective

To provide students with an understanding of the subject matter, issues and significance of urban anthropology within the broader field of urban research.

Prerequisites

Background knowledge of anthropological theories and research methods is required.

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

1.As a result of completing the study course, students acquire basic knowledge and competence in theories of urban anthropology, will be able to debate historical and contemporary urban anthropology, and be familiar with research subjects.

Skills

1.As a result of completing the study course, students will acquire the skills to apply the theories and methods of urban anthropology in the analysis of practical situations.

Competence

1.To critically evaluate the theoretical and empirical material covered in this study course, use it to interpret and analyse other theoretical and empirical material, and apply it to practical problem solving and research.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2025, Spring semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Social Anthropology1Master'sLimited choice
About Study CourseObjectivePrerequisitesLearning outcomesStudy course planning
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