SCY2802

Sociology of Race and Ethnic Relations (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Dr Parimal Roy

Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (OCL)

Synopsis: This unit will emphasise the study of social relations between racial and ethnic groups in selected societies. The unit will pay special attention to the place of ethnic and Aboriginal groups in Australia. The concepts of race, racism, ethnicity, prejudice, discrimination and multiculturalism will be analysed and discussed in detail.

Assessment: Assignment one (1000 words): 30% - Assignment two (1500 words): 40% - Examination (2 hour): 30%

Contact Hours: 2 hours per week (1-hour lecture, 1-hour tutorial)

Prerequisites: SCY1801 and SCY1802 or equivalents

Prohibitions: GSC2202