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Clayton Second semester 2007 (Day)
The historical, cultural, structural and social contexts of food will be examined using a sociological perspective to more fully understand the motivations for food choice. The topics include food consumption trends, multinational food companies and fast food chains, globalisation, the interdependence of food production and the environment, and the politics of food. The linking of cultural and social identity with food choices will be examined, noting the increasing cultural diversity of food choices for Australians and the differences identified by social class and personal beliefs. The health, nutritional and social aspects of obesity, body image and disordered eating will be included.
At the completion of the unit students will have an understanding of:
Examination: 50%
Food related exercise (500 words): 10%
Group Assignment: 10%
Essay (2000 words): 30%