Introduction to Sociology
UndergraduateUNE-SOCY1002025
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Enrol by
- 12 Oct 2025
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 16 weeks
- Start dates
- 24 Feb 2025,
- 20 Oct 2025
- Price from
- $2,351
- Upfront cost
- $0
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Introduction to Sociology
About this subject
Upon completion of this subject, students will be able to:
- demonstrate coherent theoretical and technical knowledge of the basic principles of some key sociological approaches, with the ability to transmit this to others;
- independently analyse and evaluate basic ways in which sociological theory can engage with aspects of empirical reality; and
- demonstrate knowledge of key issues in sociology as it applies to social inequality, global poverty, health, social research, power and the state, gender and sexuality, communication and the new media, race and ethnicity.
- Topics will be available to enrolled students in the subjects Learning Management System site approximately one week prior to the commencement of the teaching period.
Sociology studies the personal, social, cultural and institutional relationships that shape our daily life. This subject introduces you to important ideas which shape our understanding of the ways societies function, and how we as individuals engage with and experience our communities. You will explore a range of topics addressing personal and social identities, differences and inequalities, and social change through a selection of Australian and international case studies.
Assessment 1: Quiz - 200 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1;
Assessment 2: Quiz - 200 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1;
Assessment 3: Essay Plan - 400 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3;
Assessment 4: Essay - 1800 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3;
Assessment 5: Reference Assessment - 400 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3;
Assessment 6: Take Home Exam - 2000 words. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-3.- Quiz (5%)
- Essay Plan (5%)
- Essay (40%)
- Quiz (5%)
- Reference Assessment (5%)
- Take Home Exam (40%)
For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Elective
- UNE-CRM-DEG-2025 - Bachelor of Criminology
- UNE-ART-DIP-2025 - Diploma in Arts
Others
Candidature in Bachelor of Criminology
Additional requirements
- Equipment requirements - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media). Headset, including microphone (highly recommended). Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
- Software requirements - It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component. For additional information please visit UNE Hardware Requirements: https://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware
- Other requirements -
Textbook requirements:
Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.
Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.
Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
UndergraduateUNE-CRM-DEG
UndergraduateUNE-ART-DIP