ANTHRO 354
Anthropology of the Body
Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for ANTHRO 354.
Description
Examines cultural and historical variations in how societies understand and experience the human body. The focus will be primarily on social, historical and political-economic approaches. Topics such as labour, sport, health, illness, sexuality, gender and religious ritual will be considered. Explores the cultural construction and social experience of the human body in a diverse range of settings.
Availability 2017
Not taught in 2017
Lecturer(s)
TBA
Reading/Texts
Recommended Reading
Assessment
Points
ANTHRO 354: 15 points
Prerequisites
ANTHRO 203 or 30 points at Stage II in Anthropology
Restrictions
ANTHRO 241