SSC503 Rural Society (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Sociology (SOCIO)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
The subject deals with issues relating to the social structures and development of rural societies in the advanced economies, with particular emphasis upon Australia. Aspects of rural social inequality, patterns of community interaction and power relations, rural culture and ideology, and global processes affecting agriculture are analysed.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 2 | |
|---|---|
| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SSC503
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Not for students who have previously completed WEL-5048 or WEL504
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Be able to recognise the similarities and differences between rural communities in Australia,
Be able to analyse the social structure of rural communities,
Be able to explain the extent and causes of rural social inequality,
Be able to assess the particular needs of social groups in rural Australia,
Appreciate the elements, and meaning, of Australian rural culture,
Understand the impact of wider social processes on regional social organisation
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Rural Society: Definitions and Debates Rural Restructuring The Rural Community
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.