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Arts > Studying Anthropology at Monash Since opening its doors, Monash University has been a centre for studying the world’s diversity. Traditionally, studies have focused on the societies of Australia, Asia and the Pacific, but more recently we have become interested in a far greater range of areas and phenomena. Studies in Anthropology will enable you to reflect on your own cultural world from perspectives that may differ radically from your own. This reflection is a two-way process, anthropology can make the strange seem familiar but it can also make the familiar seem strange as it challenges our assumptions about the way the world works. WHAT IS ANTHROPOLOGY? Anthropology is the comparative study of different ways of life. It explores an ‘insider’ perspective on interpreting human behaviour by asking questions about what people do, why they do it, what they mean by it, what motivates them to do it and what people value in diverse societies and cultures. Anthropologists gain this knowledge and understanding experientially by immersing themselves in the lives of others. Through a method called fieldwork they observe the lives of others by living with them, sharing their experiences and discussing their perspectives to gain a detailed understanding of their cultural world. STUDENT PROFILE Read the experience of an anthropology research student. Dr James Barry is currently a Monash PhD student who has written a thesis about Iran’s Armenian community. Although Iran’s population consists mostly of Shiite Muslims, the country’s ethnic and religious makeup is diverse. James’ research has been dedicated to understanding the various ways in which this minority form part of the greater Iranian nation, as well as those points at which they distinguish themselves from it. ABOUT US After studying basic Armenian, James spent a long fieldwork period living in Tehran and mingling with Iranian-Armenians as they went about their routines. While awaiting graduation, James is teaching part of the anthropology program and working to publish his research findings. Exciting Career Prospects Anthropologists are playing an increasingly important role in the modern world. In fields as diverse as journalism, climate change, mining, dispute-resolution and peace-building, social policy, indigenous issues, development aid and emergency assistance, anthropologists are called upon to contribute their specialised knowledge and understanding. The skills you develop in anthropology can lead to careers in a wide variety of sectors: // indigenous affairs // health and education // research and teaching Our academics gain knowledge and understanding by immersing themselves in the lives of others. We help you understand how anthropologists work, and nurture the development of professional skills as you complete your studies. As we look at different groups of people – usually brought together through a collective identity based on religious, political, social or economic factors – we observe, share experiences and discuss perspectives to gain a detailed understanding of their cultural world. Through us, you’ll discover that the social contexts in which fieldwork is conducted can be extremely varied, but as anthropologists we share a commitment to exploring and understanding distinct ways of life and diverse cultural views. You’ll also benefit from our involvement and practical experience. Professor Greg Barton, the Head of Anthropology, is Acting Director of the Centre for Islam and the Modern World (CIMOW), Deputy UNESCO Chair in Interreligious and Intercultural Relations for the Asia Pacific, and is active in the Global Terrorism Research Centre (GTReC). // curation and collections work // roles within the development industry (state and private) // any role in which cross-cultural knowledge and behavioural insight is of value. Australia ■ China ■ India ■ Italy ■ Malaysia ■ South Africa www.monash.edu CRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008C > How to study Anthropology at Monash University Anthropology offers you a wide range of units to choose from, starting from first year up to third COMPLEMENTARY STUDY AREAS Develop an understanding of cultural difference. There are many fields of study that will complement and enhance your study of anthropology. > COURSE OVERVIEW The field of anthropological inquiry covers many areas. For this reason, we offer a program that provides you with core units as well as specialised study. As an anthropology student, you may explore the following areas during your course: Some of these include specific language programs, linguistics, indigenous studies, music and sociology. // Knowledge across cultures: What can we know of others? How can we know it? OPPORTUNITIES TO STUDY OVERSEAS // Cross-cultural approaches to religion: What is shared and what is unique in religious experience around the world? Anthropologists travel more than scholars in any other discipline. // Political anthropology: How do forms of power and conflict differ cross-culturally? // Visual anthropology: What are the ethics and aesthetics of depicting other peoples? // Ethnography: Can we describe, interpret and explain other distinct ways of life? You can find out more here: artsonline.monash.edu.au/ anthropology Taking part in anthropology studies, you’ll get the opportunity to venture to unique areas where you can apply your expertise. Recently, our staff and students have travelled to environments in outback Australia, Indonesia, Iran, Timor Leste – just to name a few. // Theories of culture: Can we make sense of culture and explain cultural difference? // Fieldwork: What methods allow us to know other peoples? How/do they work? Faculty of Arts Building 11, First floor, West wing Monash University Clayton 3800 You can find out more here www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks /aos/anthropology 03 9902 6011 http://ask.monash.edu www.facebook.com/MonashArts