Globalisation, Justice and a Crowded Planet

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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SOCI 1301
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Course ID
200947
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Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West, Magill
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Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Society and Culture
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Course level
1
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Globalisation, a fundamentally geographical concept, influences human interactions across time and space and is widely debated. This course explores different conceptualisations of globalisation and examines local-global relations. Students will learn about the political, economic, and cultural processes of globalisation, considering their social and environmental impacts through local and international case studies. The course investigates how globalisation may create, maintain, and deepen inequality, poverty, and injustice among individuals, groups, regions, and nations.

  • Introduction to Globalisation, Society and Culture 
  • Dimensions of Globalisation – Politics, Environment and Economy 
  • Population, migration, society and cultures  

Course learning outcomes

  • Understand concepts and theories relevant to globalisation.
  • Demonstrate a good understanding of the key issues and engage in informed debates around globalisation.
  • Locate, read and summarise peer-reviewed literature.
  • Demonstrate high level reading and analytical skills
  • Apply high quality written and verbal communication skills
  • Work effectively and collaboratively in tutorial situation and in group work

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