Multispecies and Environmental Anthropology (SZF_257)
About Study Course
Objective
The course introduces key debates and perspectives in multispecies, more-than-human, and environmental anthropology from their emergence in the second half of the 20th century to the present. It explores human and more-than-human relationships, ecological entanglements, and planetary challenges through theoretical, ethnographic, and visual approaches.
Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of social or cultural anthropology, social sciences, or humanities is recommended. The course is also suitable for students without prior specialisation in environmental social sciences or multispecies studies.
Learning outcomes
1.After completing the course, students understand basic concepts of multi-species and environmental anthropology, theoretical traditions and key debates in anthropology and related disciplines.
1.Students are able to analyze ethnographic studies of human and more-than-human interactions.
1.Ability to reflect on ethics, responsibility, and knowledge production in environmental and multispecies research.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Anthropology | 1 | Master's | Required |
