Overview

This module introduces students to Sociology, and gives them a broad sociological foundation,from which they can understand some of the key sociological issues and debates in society today. The module introduces the following aspects of social sciences:

The nature of social sciences and relations between key disciplines and methods, Interaction and communication, Life-course and the family, Gender and socialisation, Culture and media, Social stratification, education and work, Organizations and institutions (the politics of welfare), Globalisation, The environment, urbanisation, Political sociology and social movements.

Assessment Strategy

-threshold -D+ to D-Shows a basic understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction, using directed sources.

-good -B+ to B-Substantial understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction, using a range of sources

-excellent -A* to A-Exceptional understanding of sociological perspectives on society. Social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction, using a range of sources.

-another level-C+ to C-A good understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction, using a range of sources.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate an understanding of social continuities, change and diversity.

• Discuss the origins and development of social institutions in contemporary society.

• Discuss ways in which social life is ordered and shaped in the context of health, social identities and social interaction

• Explain and apply key theories and concepts in Sociology.