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IKP104 Introduction to Humanities and Social Sciences (8)

Abstract

This subject introduces students to the Humanities and Social Sciences and outlines relevant career paths for students who study within this field. It explores the history of the Humanities and Social Sciences and its disciplines and relationship to Indigenous Australian peoples post colonisation. Students will be provided with an introduction to sociological theories and qualitative and quantitative research methods and how they apply to the study of society and Indigenous issues.

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Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Indigenous Australian Studies

Enrolment restrictions

This subject is only available to students enrolled in the Diploma of Indigenous and General Studies.
 

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to
  • identify different disciplines and relevant careers within the Humanities and Social Sciences
  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the history of the Humanities and Social Sciences and the relationship to Indigenous Australians
  • demonstrate an understanding of sociological theories and how they apply to understanding society and Indigenous issues
  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding of research methodologies in the Humanities and Social Sciences
  • demonstrate an ability to apply qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and ethical considerations

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
  • introduction to the Humanities and Social Sciences and its disciplines
  • relevant career paths for graduates;
  • the history of the Humanities and Social Sciences and the relationship to Indigenous Australians;
  • sociological theories including Marxism and Functionalism and how they apply to understanding society and Indigenous issues;
  • qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
  • ethical practice in research

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.