Overview

This topic introduces students to the sociological study of modern social life. The focus is on developing a broad understanding of social interaction, social institutions, and social change, and thus the interplay among individuals and the collective. Through a critical examination of key thinkers, studies, concepts, and debates in how … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Introduce students to influential sociological perspectives on modern social life
  • Develop students understanding of important social processes through which modern societies are produced, reproduced, and transformed
  • Inform students of different in sociology concepts and data
  • Provide students the opportunity for the development of graduate skills, such as:
    • Critical analysis
    • Informed and constructive written and verbal communication
    • Interpretation of data sociologically
    • Research and referencing
    • Self-directed and independent learning
    • Cooperative and interactive learning

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
1.
Appraise different sociological approaches to the study of social life
2.
Analyze contemporary social phenomena using sociological research
3.
Distinguish the strengths and weakness of key sociological concepts and theories

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