The first part deals with theoretical and methodological aspects of cultural anthropology. The second part deepen the contribution of cultural anthropology to the field of material and immaterial cultural heritage .
* Barbara Miller, Cultural Anthropology Eight Edition, Pearson, 2017
* Selected readings.
Learning Objectives
Knowledge: the students become acquainted with basic notions and with the theoretical and methodological perspective of the discipline.
Competence: students learn to critically reflect on the different issues connected with tangible and intangible heritage in the contemporary.
Capacity: students are introduced to the heritage anthropology field.
Prerequisites
A basic knowledge about main trends of modern western thinking in social sciences is expected.
Teaching Methods
In-class session with audio-visual support and some on site visits.
Further information
Attending classes is mandatory. Individual programs are permitted only in special cases.
Type of Assessment
Learning improvement will be verified through a) written exam on subjects handled during the lectures.