Embodiment of the social world (7.5 ECTS)
This course "Embodiment of the social world" (PH012F1) addresses a number of fundamental processes through which the social world enters the individual’s body and mind. Further, the course addresses how these processes shape individual’s behaviors and set the conditions for health. Individual’s agency and capabilities are also discussed. In addition, the course touches upon the role of the historical and political context in relation to various processes of embodiment.
Course dates
Autumn 2023, period D (November, 30th - January, 14th)
PH012F1 Kursplan (på svenska, juridiskt dokument)
Course content
This course addresses a number of fundamental processes through which the social world enters the individual’s body and mind. Further, the course addresses how these processes shape individual’s behaviors and set the conditions for health. Individual’s agency and capabilities are also discussed. In addition, the course touches upon the role of the historical and political context in relation to various processes of embodiment.
Course managers
Bitte Modin
Schedule
The schedule will be announced at least one month before the course starts.
Course literature
The current literature list will be available at least two months before the course starts.
Course Literature PH012F1 Valid from 2022 (281 Kb)
More information
This course is offered in collaboration with the Master’s programme in public health sciences: Societal and individual perspectives. The teaching occasions are to be attended jointly with the master students. You will find more information in the PH012F1 Education plan. All registered students will get access to the schedule and course material in Athena.
Admission
If you are interested in taking the course, please send an email to our study administrator kursadmin.publichealth@su.se
Contact
Further questions?
If you have any questions about the course, please contact
Study administrator kursadmin.publichealth@su.se
Director of Studies
Study administrator
Last updated: August 30, 2023
Source: Department of Public Health Sciences