GSC1202

Sociological issues

(ART)

Marianne Robinson and Parimal Roy

6 points + 3 hours per week + Second semester + Gippsland, distance

Synopsis: The concepts of power and autonomy are used to examine contemporary social issues. The focus of study will alternate between public debate and more theoretical writing to show how sociological theory is used to explain and critically examine social phenomena.

Assessment: Assignment 1 (1000 words): 25% + Assignment 2 (1500 words): 35% + Final examination (2 hour): 40%