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Overview
An Anthropology of Smartphones - Communication, Ageing and Health at UCL by FutureLearn will develop your understanding of the concept of digital anthropology as you explore how smartphones have transformed our daily lives and how they can be used productively.
Learn how smartphones have changed our lives
- Through ethnographic research findings, you’ll explore the potential consequences of using a smartphone every day.
- You’ll examine the effect of smartphones on human relationships and participation in cultural life, as well as touch upon the current use and future potential of smartphones in the health and medical sector.
- Using the latest research, you’ll find out more about ageing in different global contexts and learn how technology is shaping and changing the experience of ageing.
Programme Structure
Topics include:
What are smartphones? How have they changed our lives?
Ageing
Smartphones and health
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 21 days
- 4 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
- Start straight away and join a global classroom of learners.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Anthropology Electronics & Embedded Technology View 14 other Short Courses in Anthropology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This course is designed for people who are interested in understanding how the use of smartphones has changed our lives, as well as students keen to explore the contribution of anthropology to digital technologies.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents49 EUR / full≈ 49 EUR / full
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