The Social World

Course aim

To introduce students to influential sociological concepts, demonstrate how these concepts generate multiple perspectives about social phenomena and develop research skills in sociology which are needed to generate a sociological argument about these perspectives in written form.

Course content

This course introduces students to the discipline of sociology. It explores the breadth of concepts and research approaches that sociology utilises. The course will particularly help students understand the various ways social differences and inequalities are expressed in society.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture (online)	1 hour x 12 weeks
Tutorial	2 hour x 10 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAGILL, ONLINE
Online	3 hours x 12 weeks
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Lecture (online)	1 hour x 12 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Lecture (online)	1 hour x 12 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Annotated bibliography, Assessment plan, Essay, Test/Quiz

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4A)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.