Carleton University · ANTH 2510

Theories of Human Nature

Credits : 0.5 creditReference year : 2026-27

Description

Critical, cross-cultural exploration of theories of human nature. Begins with a survey of western anthropological models of human consciousness and examines scientific, philosophical and religious perspectives with reference to ethnographic research on myth, religion and science produced by western and non-western cultures.

Conditions and arrangements

  • Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
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Critical, cross-cultural exploration of theories of human nature. Begins with a survey of western anthropological models of human consciousness and examines scientific, philosophical and religious perspectives with reference to ethnographic research on myth, religion and science produced by western and non-western cultures.

  • Lectures and discussion three hours a week.

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