Undergraduate UNE-SOCY100-2023

Introduction to Sociology

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Duration

16 weeks

Study method

100% Online

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Assessments

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Prior study

Not required

Start dates

23 Oct 2023

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Subject details

What you'll learn

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 covered

- 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.

Entry requirements

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
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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.

Description

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.

Assessments

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

Textbooks

For textbook details check your university's handbook, website or learning management system (LMS).

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