Sociology

Course summary

Think about the major questions that we ask about our social world. Are men and women really that different? Why do we have problems such as racism? What motivates people to have social status and respect? These questions are hugely important to life as a human being, and they are studied by the field of sociology. A general definition of sociology is the systematic study of human society, culture, and relationships on a group level. You will have the opportunity to explore taken for granted assumptions about how society is structured and why we act in the ways that we consider ‘normal’. What you will do: · Learn the fundamentals of the subject and develop skills valued by higher education and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking and research. · Become a Sociologist! You will be given opportunities to conduct your own meaningful research on a range of issues relating to the specification. · Engage in topical debates and lively class discussion (you will never be completely wrong as long as you back up your answer with a reason!). · Study and evaluate key sociological theories and concepts including; the family, education, beliefs and crime & deviance as well as evaluating research methodology.