INTRODUCTION TO ANTHROPOLOGY [ANTH101]
A particularly exciting course is this introductory level one
course. The aim of the course is to introduce students to the world on
Anthropology, its unique approaches, methodologies and perspectives on
the human condition. Students will learn about the two major strands in
Anthropology: the study of humanity's physical inheritance (Physical
Anthropology) and the study of humanity's social and cultural
inheritance (Socio-cultural Anthropology). From this the various
sub-fields of the discipline will be introduced, including current
scientific theories about the origins and evolution of the human species
and how diverse people have adapted to their environments in the past
and continue to adapt today through the development of culture and
technology. Case studies are used to illustrate diversity as well as
similarities in human social organization around the world.
CULTURE AND SOCIETY IN AFRICA [ANTH102]
This course gives students a broad
overview of the archaeology, history, geography, economy and
socio-cultural dynamics of the African continent. No matter your career
path, graduates of this university will increasingly be required to
interact with companies, organizations and individuals from other
African countries. As South Africa becomes better integrated as part of the fabric of Africa,
this course will help you to better understand what being an African
all is about. It could be included in any programme that you choose to
study.
Culture and Society in Africa provides students from
all faculties with background knowledge about the continent on which
they live. The course includes an examination of the concepts of
culture, race, society, ethnicity and nation-state, a perspective on
African worldviews and ways of thought, and a consideration of the role
of Africa in a changing world. The course is recommended
for students who understand the importance of locating themselves, their
society and South Africa's political and economic relations within an
African and global context.