Course overview
The aim of this course is to introduce students to influential sociological concepts, demonstrate how these concepts generate multiple perspectives about social phenomena and develop research skills in sociology which are needed to generate a sociological argument about these perspectives in written form. This course introduces students to the discipline of sociology. It explores the breadth of concepts and research approaches that sociology utilises. The course will particularly help students understand the various ways social differences and inequalities are expressed in society.
Course learning outcomes
- discriminate between major concepts in sociology
- identify key sociological methods
- discuss how social differences are expressed in society
- construct a sociological argument
Availability
Class details
Online
Class number 1128
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 488
Notes:
Class details
Online
Class number 3122
Section 01OL
Size 500
Available 490
Notes:
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