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ANTH1002: Anthropology for a Better World
2025 unit information
This unit of study examines contemporary global issues from anthropological perspectives. Global crises affect all forms of life - both human and 'more-than-human' - in different and unequal ways. There are no one-size-fits-all solutions to humanity’s planetary future. The first step towards healing is to stay with the trouble, by listening to each other. Anthropologists are trained to listen so that they can disrupt takenfor-granted norms and imagine the future otherwise. Students will think with anthropological works that explore topics such as climate change, financial crisis, pandemic, and war. By doing so, we aim to explore how we can create a more just and kinder world together.
Unit details and rules
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Anthropology |
| Credit points | 6 |
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ANTH1004 |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. gain an introductory level of knowledge about key concepts in anthropology
- LO2. gain familiarity with ethnographic writing and argumentation
- LO3. acquire skills in cross-cultural comparison
- LO4. develop written communication skills
- LO5. apply key anthropological and ethnographic insights in reflexive analysis
- LO6. develop critical thinking
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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