Introduction to Anthropology and Research project

1a. Introduction to Anthropology

In the first block, students will be introduced to the field of cultural anthropology, as well as how it relates to other fields of anthropology—namely, linguistic anthropology, physical anthropology and anthropological archaeology (the so-called four-field approach). We will discuss crucial concepts and methods in the field, and students will engage with some of the key themes of anthropological research, such as Indigeneity, decolonization and local worldviews.

1b. Research project

In the second block a limited number of students will engage intensively and deeply with particular topics that they select. Individually or in small groups, they will conduct clearly-delimited research projects in relation to different kinds of data—for example, anthropological literature, archival documents, material objects or documentary films. The result of this research can lead to different products. Students may choose to write an essay, make a podcast or create an online exhibition. The concluding event the students organize themselves is a workshop in which the projects will be presented.

Coordinator: Peter Berger

Lecturers: Peter Berger, Sean P. A. Desjardins