Universität Wien

240513 SE MM3 Anthropology of Global Conflicts (2023W)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 24 - Kultur- und Sozialanthropologie
Continuous assessment of course work

Participation at first session is obligatory!

The lecturer can invite students to a grade-relevant discussion about partial achievements. Partial achievements that are obtained by fraud or plagiarized result in the non-evaluation of the course (entry 'X' in certificate). The plagiarism software 'Turnitin' will be used.

The use of AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT) for the attainment of partial achievements is only allowed if explicitly requested by the course instructor.
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 02.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 09.10. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 16.10. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 23.10. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 30.10. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 06.11. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock
  • Monday 13.11. 13:15 - 16:30 Hörsaal C, NIG 4. Stock

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Political conflicts and wars are ubiquitous features of our current global era. This course delves into the field of social and cultural anthropology, offering a critical perspective on the transformative effects that such conflicts have on our social and economic relations, as well as on individual life projects. Rather than simply analyzing these conflicts through the lens of violence and survival strategies, this course explores the ways in which they are intertwined with existing economic and social structures. It also takes a closer look at the theoretical frameworks that tend to view these conflicts as "localized" and instead examines the complex global and local entanglements that surround them.
By the end of the semester, students will have a deep understanding of recent anthropological debates on conflict and war through a series of ethnographic studies and theoretical readings on topics such as statehood, globalization, and political economy.

Assessment and permitted materials

The seminar will be based on lectures, group presentations, and discussions. Students are expected to submit a take-home exam at the end of the semester.
Attendance is mandatory (max. absence: 1 session/3 hours)

Breakdown of Grading:
Seminar presentations (30%); participation and discussion in class and on Moodle via Assignments (30%); Take-Home Exam (40%).

Failure to meet these obligations (e.g., failure to submit the take-home exam, failure to present the required readings, or limited participation due to absences) will result in failure of the course.

Deadline for Take-Home Exam: January 12, no later than 17.00.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

For a positive grade, 51 % are required
90-100 %= 1
77-89 %= 2
64-76 %= 3
51-63 %= 4
0-50 % = 5

Examination topics

Compulsory Reading Material

Reading list

All texts will be available on Moodle before the course starts.

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Tu 03.10.2023 16:28