GEG-30021 - Module Specification
School of Geography, Geology and the Environment
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

Non-human animals interact with humans on a daily basis as wildlife, livestock, food, clothing, companions, beasts of burden, entertainment and therapy. Geography has had a pivotal role in shaping these everyday lives and deaths, and influencing these human-animal interactions and identities. Animals and Society draws from research in human-animal studies and animal geographies to explore and understand these complex relationships across space and time.
The module is led by animal geographer Dr Daniel Allen. As well as drawing from academic expertise and campaigning experiences, the interactive lecture series includes insights from guest speakers and an animal encounter session.

The main aims are to (1) further student knowledge and comprehension of the concepts and debates in human-animal studies and animal geographies; and (2) demonstrate how critical geographic understandings of human-animal relations contribute to historical, socioeconomic and cultural understandings of society.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Explain the development of human-animal studies and animal geographies over the last 30 years: 1
Understand the complexities of human-animal relations across space and time: 1
2
Communicate complex interdisciplinary ideas in a style accessible to wider public audiences: 2
Critically evaluate examples of human-animal practices, policies and identities:

Study hours

20 hours interactive lectures
5 hours collaborative activity online
30 hours essay preparation
50 hours campaign manifesto preparation
45 hours independent study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment