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| ANTH0048-1 | Economic anthropology
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| Duration : | 30h Th |
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| Master in Anthropology, in-depth approach, 1st year | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Master in Population and Development studies, Research Focus, 2nd year | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Master in Anthropology, Teaching Focus, 1st year | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Master in Anthropology, specialized approach in applied anthropology, 1st year | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Master en anthropologie, à finalité spécialisée en anthropologie des dynamiques sociales et du développement, 1st year | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Master in Sociology and Anthropology | | Second semester | | 6 |
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| Lecturer : | Benjamin Rubbers |
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Language(s) of instruction :
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| French language |
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Course contents :
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| This course will first present currents of thought that have been influential in the history of economic anthropology during the 20th century. Secondly, we will deal with forms of exchange, production relationships, and consumption patterns by taking academic debates on these topics as a point of departure. After having studied these three classic themes, we will analyse - on the basis of African case studies - the dynamics of capitalism, the relationship between economy and politics, and the foundations of economic trust. |
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Learning outcomes of the course :
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| To introduce students to theories and methods in economic anthropology. At the end of the course students will be able to carry out analyses from an original and critical point of view concerning the economic processes that are going on in our increasingly globalized world. |
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Prerequisites and co-requisites/ Recommended optional programme components :
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| To have an interest in rethinking economic analysis, and accordingly, in reflecting with new conceptual tools upon the economic and social changes of our time. |
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Mode of delivery (face-to-face ; distance-learning) :
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| The course will take place during the second term. |
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Recommended or required readings :
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| Students will receive a collection of readings, including articles and book chapters from authors studied in the course. |
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Assessment methods and criteria :
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| Oral examination. |
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Contacts :
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| I am available to meet with students by appointment (brubbers@ulg.ac.be). Office location: 2.54, bâtiment B.31, at Sart-Tilman |
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