Anthropology of Law (714M3)
Anthropology of Law
Module 714M3
Module details for 2021/22.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
From classic ethnographies of local dispute resolution, to the procedures of international justice institutions; anthropologists have explored ways in which law and legal processes are socially, politically and culturally constituted. Today anthropologists of law study the procedures of contemporary legal institutions, and issues including human rights, indigeneity, gender, land and property relations. This module explores key concepts and developments within the study of law and anthropology, and the methods that anthropologists of law use in their research. Students will develop skills to analyse and reflect upon law and legal procedures using anthropological approaches.
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand key concepts and developments in the study of law and anthropology.
Demonstrate critical awareness of law and legal procedures using anthropological approaches.
Comprehend and critically apply techniques used within the anthropological study of law.
Critique, analyse and reflect upon law and legal processes in a particular legal context using approaches from anthropology and law.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (2500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 3 Tue 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 00000111110 |
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Dr Helen Dancer
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