Social Analysis
Module title | Social Analysis |
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Module code | SOC1001 |
Academic year | 2024/5 |
Credits | 30 |
Module staff | Dr Alexey Bessudnov (Convenor) |
Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
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Duration: Weeks | 11 | 11 |
Number students taking module (anticipated) | 100 |
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Module description
The module will introduce you to a range of sociologically significant contemporary phenomena and the ways in which sociologists study them. Both theoretical and empirical sociological work will be explored to understand the kind of questions sociologists ask, as well as the answers they provide, in their analysis of the social world. You will learn about social inequality and poverty and the ways to measure and analyse them. You will examine gender differences, immigration, ageing and other widely discussed issues. The main focus of the module is on the sociological perspectives, but we will also explore ideas and approaches from other social sciences.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The main aim of this module is to introduce you to the main areas, concepts and approaches in sociology and in other social sciences. You will be equipped with the conceptual and methodological toolkit required for researching a range of sociologically relevant issues. You will also gain an understanding of the substantive areas where social analysis skills can be applied.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Explain and illustrate different modes of social analysis and their concomitant theoretical / conceptual frameworks;
- 2. Exhibit awareness of the historical, social and political developments influencing social analysis;
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. Recognise the main theoretical concepts and methods in sociology.
- 4. Know about some sources of empirical data for sociology.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Write clearly and in a structured way about social sciences using academic language.
- 6. Formulate and discuss core theoretical ideas, and discussions and apply them to various social issues
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover some or all of the following themes:
- Income inequality and poverty
- Social classes and social mobility
- Gender inequalities
- Race and ethnicity
- Immigration
- Education
- Social norms and values
- Religion and secularisation
- Environment
- Crime
- Population growth, ageing and demographics of Western societies
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
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55 | 245 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
Category | Hours of study time | Description |
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Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 33 | 22 x 1.5-hour weekly lectures |
Scheduled Learning and Teaching | 22 | 22 x 1-hour weekly tutorial |
Guided independent study | 176 | Reading for lectures and tutorials |
Guided independent study | 20 | Essay preparation/writing |
Guided independent Study | 49 | Exam preparation |
Formative assessment
Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
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Essay plan | 500 words | 1-6 | Written |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
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50 | 50 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
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Essay | 50 | 2,000 words | 1-6 | Written |
Examination | 50 | 2 hours | 1-6 | Written |
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Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
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Essay (2,000 words) | Essay (2,000 words) | 1-6 | Referral/Deferral Period |
Examination (2 hours) | Examination (2 hours) | 1-6 | Referral/Deferral Period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 40%) you will be required to redo the assessment(s) as defined above. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 40%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- F. van Tubergen. (2020). Introduction to Sociology. Routledge.
Credit value | 30 |
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Module ECTS | 15 |
NQF level (module) | 4 |
Available as distance learning? | No |
Origin date | 07/02/2024 |