Visual Anthropology (L6074)
Visual Anthropology
Module L6074
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module learning outcomes
Critical understanding of different theoretical traditions and practical applications within visual anthropology (with a focus on photography, visual media and virtual ethnography)
Understanding of different theories of perception and visual culture, within anthropology and across the social sciences
Expanded understanding of ethnographic scope (e.g. within virtual environments) and practice (e.g. as a visual medium)
Enhanced abilities to develop critical arguments based on visual material, and the use of visual media in presentations and other formats
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 10 | 100.00% |
| Essay (2500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Tue 16:00 | 80.00% |
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 | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11011111111 |
| Spring Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 00100000000 |
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