GSC2205

Sociology of deviance

(ART)

Lyle Munro

6 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Gippsland and OCDL + Prerequisites: GSC1201 and GSC1202 or equivalents + Prohibition: GSC3205

Synopsis: The unit focuses on a sociological analysis of deviant behaviour by examining a wide range of theoretical perspectives on deviance. The unit considers why and how some behaviours are defined as deviant (eg sexual deviance, delinquency, mental disorders) and other important social problems are not (eg speciesism, sexism, racism). The role of social control agents, particularly in relation to young people, will be examined. Topics to be studied focus on both Australian and overseas experience and examples.

Assessment: Two assignments (1250 words each): 30% each + Examination (2 hours): 40%