This subject fosters an in-depth understanding of sociological theory to enable critical awareness of problems and issues confronting contemporary society. By reading, analyzing and assessing the arguments, merits and drawbacks of original social theory texts, students will develop and enhance their capacity for theoretical analysis through practice.
No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2018.
HD/FL
One session
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Not for students who have done SOC-4114; BA(Hons) students only
- Understanding and comparison of major and minor sociological theoretical paradigms - In-depth focus and analysis of a contemporary theoretical issue in sociology - Problems and issues confronting sociological theorists - Critical analysis of the work of selected theorists - The relationship between theory and research
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The information contained in the 2018 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: August 2018. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.