CZS13 Development of Ethnic Relations in the Czech Republic


The aim of the course is to make the students consider the usual topics traditionally introduced in
relation to debate about ethnicity, ethnic relations, nationalism or racism. It tries to bring them
closer to the world of ethnic minorities (especially the Roma) in the Czech Republic, and to help
them appreciate the variety of influences – cultural, political and economical, which are created
through these relations.


Seminar tasks

For each class, students are expected to read the materials designated as “Assigned reading”, which
will form the basis for class discussion. The texts marked “additional reading” are recommended to
students particularly interested in the subject of the lecture in question and are not included in
this reader.


Lecturer: Mgr. Adéla Souralová, Faculty of Social Studies, Department of Sociology, 3rd. floor,
room 3.49; asouralo@fss.muni.cz


Course requirements: Students are required to submit one written essay. Topics can be chosen by
students according to their interests and topics of the course, students do not have to consult
their choice with lecturer. Submission of academic essays - until June 3, 2011. Late submission
will be penalised by lowering one grade per day. Please submit electronically into an e-mail
asouralo@fss.muni.cz. Essay mark comprises 50% of your final grade.


Lenght of the essay:

1500 - 2000 words maximum (please, include the word count at the end of your work). The essay must
include standard citation and references (either in the text itself or at the end of the text), as
well as bibliography of cited and used literature. All direct citation longer than 5 words must be
marked by „“ and the sources included in bibliography. (Applies also for WWW addresses, which must
also include date of visit!!)


Examination:

Oral examination will take place in May-June (TBA) in the room 3.49. Exam comprises 50% of your
final grade. Knowledge of the syllabus literature is important.


Time and location

The class will take place Tuesdays 18:00-19:30, U33 (Faculty of Social Studies, Udolní 10, Brno)