Death and Dying in Contemporary Latvia (KF_052)
About Study Course
Objective
To introduce the basics of thanatology, research methods used in the field, giving an in-depth insight into the data and research results available on the understanding of death, on end of life and concepts of afterlife in contemporary Latvia, as well as the topics of death in culture and reflection of death in mass media.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge in sociology and methods of social research.
Learning outcomes
1.The result of the course include understanding of thanatology, various aspects of death and dying in contemporary Latvian society and culture and opportunities of its research.
1.The students will be able to use correctly the terminology of thanatology and ethical principles, to evaluate critically the information available on the topics of death and dying, will ensure their skills to use qualitative and quantitative research methods.
1.After learning of the course students will be able to use their knowledge and skills, by communicating on death and dying themes in their professional work.
