"Anthropology & Humour": Anthropology Masterclass for Year 12 and Year 13s

Anthropology Masterclass: 'Anthropology and Humour' 

Date: 25^th March 2024 

Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm 

Venue: On Campus 

This masterclass is an introduction to the field of Social Anthropology through the lens of humour and society. The session will offer participants a taste of how anthropologists have approached the many aspects of jokes and joking relationships across the world.  

Humour has long played a vital role in different human societies. Some classic works of anthropology argued that jokes can defuse social tension. More contemporary works, however, have pushed this idea further to show a more complicated picture of humour’s social potential. The masterclass will introduce a range of concepts and case examples that aim to sharpen our understanding of jokes and their significance in everyday social life.  

On Campus Masterclasses are subject based and are three hours long. They consist of a topic based lecture and interactive activity, led by a SOAS academic. There is also a campus tour and a workshop on Higher Education led by Student Ambassadors. 

Application 

To apply, please complete this Online Application Form by Monday 11^th March 2024 by 9:00am. 

This free SOAS event is a widening participation activity designed to give students a first-class experience of university-level studies.  

Students who meet at least one of the following criteria will be prioritised:  

• First generation in family to attend university in the UK  
• Eligible or previously eligible for free school meals  
• Experience of local authority care  
• From an area of low progression to higher education (as measured by Polar 4 data)  

If you have any questions about this event, please email jf71@soas.ac.uk