Baptism of Fire: a Holistic Approach to the Anthropology of Cremation

About

A broad overview of theories and methodologies applied to the study of cremation is waiting for students in this summer school course. Professionals in anthropology, social anthropology, forensic sciences, and archeology can expect knowledge about how to properly approach cremations and plan their holistic study in the most effective possible way.

Partner university discount available.

Course leader

Dr. Kevin Salesse, Dr. Tim Thompson, and Dr. Elżbieta Jaskulska

Target group

Bachelor, master, PhD students with any focus

Course aim

This programme is designed as a part of our Intensive 2 Week Summer School, where multiple courses from a wide of Masaryk University study programmes and departments will be offered. These courses will be arranged in an intensive and dynamic form, each working day there will be an academic session, and these may take the form of a lecture, seminar, company visit or practical field work.

In addition to the academics, cultural and social programming will be offered, including the option of a one-day excursion to Vienna and/or Prague.

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