Courses

Explores 'ethnography' as an anthropological concept and practice. It aims to: 1) examine ethnographic approaches across a range of anthropological fields; 2) explore the ethnographic process from planning to writing to disseminating ethnographic material; and 3) develop proficiencies and professional skills associated with proposal and grant-writing for research projects and the presentation of research.

This course explores how power and knowledge shape intertwined social and ecological relationships, drawing on theoretically-informed ethnographies and other empirical studies, with an emphasis on global south research.

In certain instances a Candidate for the Masters degree may elect to do an Internship option in order to fulfill course requirements. For example, students specializing in the field of medical anthropology might work in a hospital or psychiatric setting; students concentrating on ethnicity would work with a voluntary association or agency working with immigrants, etc. Prior approval by the Graduate Program Director is required. Final grade to be based on an evaluation by the affiliate institution, communicated in writing to the Graduate Director .

In certain instances a Candidate for the Masters degree may elect to do an Internship option in order to fulfill course requirements. For example, students specializing in the field of medical anthropology might work in a hospital or psychiatric setting; students concentrating on ethnicity would work with a voluntary association or agency working with immigrants, etc. Prior approval by the Graduate Program Director is required. Final grade to be based on an evaluation by the affiliate institution, communicated in writing to the Graduate Director .

The focus of this course is on contemporary anthropological theory with attention to the discipline's history and key debates. Examines critical 'turns' in anthropological theory of the late 20th century and tracks their implications for contemporary practice, including reflexivity and experimentation in ethnographic research and writing, as well as feminist, postmodern, postcolonial and decolonial theories. Required course for MA and PhD degrees.

: Health Adaptation Systems. This course provides an intensive and critical analysis of recent work in various fields of Medical Anthropology, with particular focus on nutri-tional anthropology. Current themes include maternal and child health, alternate healers, advocacy action and international policy. Professors Romalis, Van Esterik, Lumsden

This course examines the contemporary articulation and organization of sexual identities and rights in the developing world, and considers how interventions by international agencies, nation-states and advocacy groups have informed/been informed by racial and gender politics, and notions of citizenship.

Theoretical or Area Focus. Note: In order to fulfill degree course requirements students may register for ONE Independent Directed Reading half-course. The particular theoretical/area topic and Instructor selected must be approved by the Graduate Director.

Theoretical or Area Focus. Note: In order to fulfill degree course requirements students may register for ONE Independent Directed Reading half-course. The particular theoretical/area topic and Instructor selected must be approved by the Graduate Director.

This course focuses on the critical analysis of nationalism and ethnicity - terms that have generated a great deal of discussion and debate both in academic circles and in everyday contexts. How are forms of identification, belonging and/or exclusion manifested both within and beyond legal definitions of nationality and citizenship? What are the impacts of the use of terms such as foreigner, citizen, refugee, immigrant or migrant, diaspora on social and political subjectivities.

Examines theories of affect and their use in anthropology, and allied disciplines. Why affect and why now? The course maps key cultural and political themes that examine affect as a force of life in the act of its becoming.

In this course we explore ethnography as a creative practice, as invention, and as improvisation. This seminar is offered as a writing collective, where we read each other's writings, practice how to read attentively, and give productive feedback. In so doing, we also explore the relationship between writing, fieldwork, and fieldnotes, and consider the ethics of ethnographic writing.

This interdisciplinary course introduces students to debates and perspectives on Latin American and Caribbean studies and links theory with practice in the field. Supported by numerous CERLAC Fellows from a range of disciplines, students from different graduate programs and areas of study will collaborate together in teams on applied research projects.

This course offers a historical examination of the multiple, overlapping processes through which Asian identities and regions were constituted. It will also examine new directions in Asian studies in an era of intensified global flows, transnationalism, and the presence of Asian diaspora in Canada and elsewhere.

A seminar for doctoral students on contemporary and emerging anthropological theories with regard to the contexts of their production and uses. The course critically examines the relationship between anthropological analysis and ethnographic production. Required PhD course.

The course deals primarily with traditional field methods used in anthropological field research. It explores the many ramifications of the role of participant observer in small-scale research settings.

In certain instances a Candidate for the Doctoral degree may elect to do an Internship option in order to fulfill course requirements. For example, students specializing in the field of medical anthropology might work in a hospital or psychiatric setting; students concentrating on ethnicity would work with a voluntary association or agency working with immigrants, etc. Prior approval by the Graduate Program Director is required. Final Grade to be based on an evaluation by the affiliate institution, communicated in writing to the Graduate Director.

In certain instances a Candidate for the Doctoral degree may elect to do an Internship option in order to fulfill course requirements. For example, students specializing in the field of medical anthropology might work in a hospital or psychiatric setting; students concentrating on ethnicity would work with a voluntary association or agency working with immigrants, etc. Prior approval by the Graduate Program Director is required. Final Grade to be based on an evaluation by the affiliate institution, communicated in writing to the Graduate Director.

The topic of an independent directed reading half course and the Instructor selected must have the prior approval of the Graduate Director and the student's Advisory Committee.

The topic of an independent directed reading half course and the Instructor selected must have the prior approval of the Graduate Director and the student's Advisory Committee.

This interdisciplinary course introduces students to debates and perspectives on Latin American and Caribbean studies and links theory with practice in the field. Supported by numerous CERLAC Fellows from a range of disciplines, students from different graduate programs and areas of study will collaborate together in teams on applied research projects.