This course aims to analyze the patterns of social practices and experiences in local and global urban spaces by applying anthropological approaches and methods, and revealing the relationship between human, space and culture.
The course develops a critical comprehension of social issues on urban spaces within the contexts of globalization, post-industrialization and social change. The course draws upon a variety of theoretical frameworks, methodological approaches and anthropological questions. Exploring the way urban spaces shape identities, communities and societies by examining the consequences of urbanization process and the changing city landscapes is another aim of this course. Students who successfully complete all course requirements will learn how to apply anthropological approaches for analyzing urban problems.