SCY2802

Sociology of Race and Ethnic Relations ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Dr Parimal Roy

Offered:
Gippsland First semester 2006 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2006 (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.

Objectives: On successful completion of this unit students will be able to: 1. Identify and describe the different theories and concepts through which sociologists and other social scientists seek to explain issues of race and ethnicity; 2. Demonstrate a critical evaluation of the relationship between national identity and ethnic identity; 3. Identify contemporary issues associated with multiculturalism including multicultural citizenship, community languages and maintenance of cultural diversity; and 4. Understand the complexities of the relationships between dominant culture and minority culture including Aboriginal-European contact.

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

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 1 hour lecture and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: SCY1801 and SCY1802 or equivalents

Prohibitions: GSC2202