SOCIOL 100

Issues and Themes in Sociology

Description

Introduction to sociology as a discipline and a review of some of its internal debates. Topics include: social class, gender, globalisation, power, sexual identity and family. Draws on material from a range of societies.

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Availability 2024

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s)  Nicola Harrison

Reading/Texts

Matthewman, Curtis & Mayeda eds. (2020). Being Sociological, 3^rd edition, Red Globe Press. It is sold in the University Bookshop and is required reading. The book has a companion website: www.macmillanihe.com/matthewman-bs-3e

Assessment

Coursework and exam

Points

SOCIOL 100: 15 points