Death and Culture: the Material Objects Of Dying

3.00 credits · Undergraduate

This course explores diverse cultural understandings of a 'good death' and the practice of 'dying well.' Through the hands-on analysis of material culture from various societies, students will examine how different cultures approach mortality, death rituals, and commemorative practices across time and space. The course offers an opportunity to gain a deeper insight into how societies shape their experiences of death, honour the deceased, and navigate the final stages of life. (Format: Integrated Lecture/Laboratory 3 hours)