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Tourism, Culture and Encounters (ANTH30017)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5Not available in 2022
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Overview
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This subject applies an anthropological perspective to understandings of tourism. Drawing on anthropological theory and ethnographic case studies, it critically assesses the social, cultural, political, environment and economic relevance of tourism as global industry. The subject engages with key anthropological concepts of culture, identity, community, mobility, work and leisure to make sense of tourism as social experience and encounter. A focus on these everyday concerns is augmented by broader appreciation and examination of historical process, government policy, relations between hosts and guests, material culture, evolving lifestyle trends and environmental issues at a range of local, national and regional scales.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion on the subject, students should:
- Develop an appreciation of the interplay between theory and ethnography inquiry
- Be able to communicate effectively in written and oral formats
- Apply critical and comparative analytical skills to the study of tourism
- Work independently and reflexively to appreciate the social and cultural complexities of tourism
Last updated: 6 December 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ANTH10001 | Anthropology: Studying Self and Other | Semester 1 (Dual-Delivery - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 6 December 2022
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Research Essay
| Mid semester | 40% |
Research Essay
| During the examination period | 60% |
Additional details
Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10 marks per working day.
Last updated: 6 December 2022
Dates & times
Not available in 2022
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 6 December 2022
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Readings will be provided online through the subject's LMS site prior to the commencement of the subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Anthropology - Links to additional information
Last updated: 6 December 2022