ASC101 - Introduction to Sociology A
Unit details
| Year | 2018 unit information |
|---|---|
| Offering information: | Final year of offer at Waurn Ponds 2018 |
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | Bernie East |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | ASC201, ASC401 |
| Contact hours: | Campus: 1 x 1 hour Class per week, 1 x 1 hour Seminar per week Cloud (online): Learning experiences are via CloudDeakin |
Content
The unit provides an introduction to sociology and introduces students to sociological concepts and theories in order to develop a sociological outlook. A main purpose of the study of sociology is to trace the relationship of the individual to the social world. This unit will take specific and familiar areas of interest for the beginning student, and through them develop ways of thinking sociologically. The unit will introduce students to some of the central questions asked by sociologists regarding the nature of society as a means of introducing students to the sociological perspective.
Assessment
Essay, 40%, 1800 words
Class/Online Exercises, 25%
Exam, 35%
Unit Fee Information
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