Embodiment of the social world
This course addresses some fundamental processes through which the social world enters the individual’s body and mind.
The focus lies upon how these processes shape individuals’ behaviors and set the conditions for their health. The role of individual capabilities and agency is also discussed. In addition, the course touches upon the importance of the historical and political context in relation to various processes of embodiment.
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Course structure
The course will be taught in English.
Detailed information will be published in Athena for registered students no later than one month before the course starts.
Teaching format
The teaching will be based on lectures followed by group discussion seminars. Some lectures are pre-recorded and available online.
Participation in the group seminars is not mandatory, but strongly recommended.
The course will be taught in English.
Detailed information will be published in Athena for registered students at the start of the course. Please also see the course plan.
Course managers
Bitte Modin
Assessment
The course is examined through an indivual written assignment and an invigilated exam. The course is also examined through active participation in the peer assessment seminar related to the individual written assignment.
The examination will be in English.
Dates for examination will be published no later than one month before the course starts in the schedule. More information on examination will be published at the start of the course in Athena for registered students.
Examiner
Bitte Modin
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Course literature
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Course reports
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Contact
Study counsellor
Study Administrator, Basic and Advanced LevelElisabeth HanssonStudy Administrator, Basic and Advanced Level
Coordinator, master's programmeSol JuarezCoordinator, master's programme
Director of Studies, Basic and advanced levelsJonas LandbergDirector of Studies
