Anthropology and Ethnology in Practice

About the course

The course focuses on how anthropological and ethnological knowledge can be applied to working life outside academia and in the activities of private and public organisations. The course draws attention to the practical uses of anthropology and ethnology and the various careers that a Master's degree in cultural anthropology or ethnology can lead to. It also addresses how anthropological and ethnological knowledge and analytical tools can be used in various professional contexts, for example, to analyse and improve the work of companies and organisations. As anthropology and ethnology are both politically and socially engaged disciplines, time will be devoted to discussions of the subjects' roles in the public arena.

The course will be based on lectures by academics and professionals with experience in applying anthropology and ethnology in private and public settings and in the work of government agencies, consulting firms and non-governmental organisations. This is combined with practical assignments such as writing professional presentations, writing and evaluating policy documents and reports, and preparing terms of reference.