Master in Anthropology, Globalization and Climate Change
General Objectives of the Course
The scientific community is unanimous in the assertion that the impact of climate change puts Life on Earth at risk. Anthropology is the key discipline to better understand and advance innovative solutions because it has historically considered the human(s)-environment(s) relationship in disparate contexts scattered throughout the globe while favoring holistic and interdisciplinary approaches. The master's degree "Anthropology, Globalization and Climate Change" aims at studying the global future(s) of human(s) and non-human(s). It offers advanced training, leading to critical thinking regarding the close relationship between global socio-economic-political transformations and climate change. Based in the Life Sciences Department (DCV) of the University of Coimbra favors innovative reflections on multi-species and human/natural relationships. The master's degree will grant future specialists with analytical and methodological tools that will allow them to propose innovative development strategies leading to inclusive and fair societies while contributing to the safeguarding of biodiversity and the sustainability of ecosystemsAdmission Requirements
Holders of a Bachelor's degree or legal equivalent in Anthropology or other courses in Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, or in the area of health and Social protection, Law, Economic Sciences, or other courses in Biological Sciences or Ecology all of which can apply
Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.
Professional Goals
The Masters provides scientific training that allows students to provide services in various entities at national and international level. In the national field: Senior technicians in National State bodies; Senior Technicians in municipal councils or other regional State bodies; Senior technicians in companies with areas of environmental and social responsibility; Higher Education Institutions and/or Laboratories and/or Research Centers for the pursuit of training or research. National and international experts on topics related to the environment, health and urbanization, culture, heritage or religiosity; Technicians or Experts in Civil Society Organizations (Foundations or Non-Governmental Organizations). Internationally: Civil Society Organizations (Foundations or Non-Governmental Organizations), International Agencies, International Research CentersMode of Study
DaytimeTeaching / Evaluation language(s)
Portuguese / EnglishExamination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
The evaluation is a pedagogical activity attached to teaching, intended to determine the skills and knowledge acquired by students, their critical thinking, the ability to formulate and solve problems as well as their ability of written and oral expression. The students enrolled in curricular units of a specific academic year are admitted to the assessment tests during the academic year, and also register in these tests when such registration is required. Some examples of evaluation elements: written exams or oral tests, written and practical assignments and projects, individual or in group, which may have to be defended orally, and class participation. The evaluation of each module may include one or more of the evaluation elements listed above. The classification of each student for each course corresponds to an integer value between 0 and 20. Students are approved if they obtain a final mark of 10 or above. Whenever the assessment of a course unit comprises more than one element of assessment, the final grade is calculated from the marks obtained in each assessment element, using a formula made public.Learning Objectives and Intended Skills
On completion of the course, students should be able to:Knowledge
• Master theories of the various sub-areas of Anthropology and promote dialogues with other disciplines;
• Recognize the longstanding relation between globalization (its north/south dynamics) and impacts on humans, nature and on the planet;
• Grasp the complex relations between Humans and non-Humans.
Skills
• Recognize the possibilities of anthropological approaches;
• use interdisciplinary and sociocultural aware science to inform policies or strategies.
Competencies
• Cultivate multidisciplinary works and inter-disciplinary analysis;
• Engage critically in scientific discussions;
• Demonstrate good communication (oral and written) competencies.
Ultimately the goal is to encourage creativity, reflection, alongside a spirit of initiative and leadership in tandem with quality of scientific production.
Course Coordinator(s)
Jorge Filipe Sousa Varanda Preces Ferreira
jorge.varanda@uc.pt
ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)
Gonçalo João Duro dos Santos
gsantos@uc.pt
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning is carried out in accordance with the Academic Regulation of the University of Coimbra.Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Decree-Law nr. 74/2006, 24th March, in its current wordingGraduation Requirements
According to the study plan, students must fulfil 120 ECTS in total: 1st year (two semesters) – 60 ECTS; 2nd year - 60 ECTS: 6 ECTS correspond to the curricular unit “Research Project” (1st semester) and 54 ECTS to the curricular unit “Dissertation in Anthropology, Globalization and Climate Change” (annual), which must be publicly defended before a jury or in the curricular unit “Internship in Anthropology, Globalization and Climate Change” (annual) also of 54 ECTS, which must be publicly defended before a jury.
Access to Further Studies
Access to the 3rd cycle of studiesStudy Programme
2024-2025
Course Type
2nd Cycle Studies - Advanced Specialisation Master Programme
DGES Code: MC56
Qualification Awarded: Mestre
Duration: 4 Semester(s)
ECTS Credits: 120.0
Category: Advanced specialization second cycle
Applications
Call for Applications
Calendar
- 1st Semester
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Start date: 09-09-2024
End date: 14-12-2024 - 2nd Semester
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Start date: 03-02-2025
End date: 22-05-2025
Accreditations
- Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior
- 2021-07-31 a 2027-07-30
- Direcção Geral de Ensino Superior
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Nº Registo: R/A-Cr 265/2021
- 2021-08-04