SOC101 Understanding the Social World (8)

This subject considers how the social world functions and how people live and interact within society. Sociology is investigative as well as theoretically driven. It concentrates on generating knowledge and understanding of social phenomena, trends, and issues. This exploration spans local and regional interests as well as national and global contexts. Issues explored by this subject are drawn from information provided in the Syllabus.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
Bathurst Campus
Port Macquarie Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2 (60)
On Campus
Bathurst Campus
Dubbo Campus
Port Macquarie Campus
Wagga Wagga Campus
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 3 (90)
Online
Bathurst Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SOC101. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Social Work and Arts

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to recognise and discuss basic concepts in sociology;
  • be able to analyse and evaluate social issues to understand the contemporary world;
  • be able to construct an argument to discuss and debate social issues; and
  • be able to demonstrate the development of critical thinking skills to understand society, social phenomena and sociological theory.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • The Sociological Imagination
  • Structure vs Agency
  • Power, social structures and social institutions
  • Forms of social stratification
  • Culture, identity and diversity
  • Social inclusion, representation and participation
  • Inequality and human rights
  • Social justice and social action
  • Academic writing and critical thinking
  • Developments in sociological theory

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of SOC101 in Session 3 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Developing a sociological imagination
20
2
Sociological film analysis
40
3
Social movements essay
40

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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