Courses & Units
Sociology: Understanding the Social World HGA101
Introduction
Sociology is essential for understanding the turbulence, change, diversity and mobility of the modern world. Sociology offers a precise way to understand, track and assess how ever-changing aspirations, technologies and economies impact on our social relations and cultures. In Sociology A we introduce students to the key elements of sociology including its central ideas, concepts and achievements. In doing so we provide you with a new perspective on how your experiences and world are shaped. It will sharpen your focus and skills through social theory, critical thinking and a grasp of relevant data. We do this by addressing five questions: What is sociology? When, why and how did sociology emerge as a new perspective on change? How can we explain human sameness, as well as social difference and conflict? How do societies change - and where are they headed? How do people experience key components of society in their everyday lives?
Summary
| Unit name | Sociology: Understanding the Social World |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HGA101 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Sociology and Criminology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Nicholas Hookway |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Cradle Coast | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Describe the sociological perspective and key sociological theories, research methods and empirical findings
- Define key sociological concepts
- Apply the sociological perspective, key sociological concepts, theories and empirical data to explain elements of contemporary Australian society
- Communicate your ideas in a range of written forms.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090301 | $2,040.00 | $957.00 | not applicable | $2,324.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HGE101 AND HGA100 AND HGA139 AND HGA135Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On Campus: 1.5 hour weekly lecture (online), 2 hour weekly tutorial Off campus: 1.5 hour weekly lecture (online), 2 hour weekly online discussion |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Online quiz (15%)|Participation (15%)|Essay (35%)|Take home exam (35%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
You will need the following text [available from Booktopia]: Germov, J., & Poole, M. (2023) Public Sociology: An introduction to Australian society (5th Ed). Sydney: Allen & Unwin. |
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| Recommended | Aaron, H and Willis, E (2022) The Sociological Quest: An Introduction to the Study of Social Life (5th Ed). St Leonards: Allen and Unwin. Woodman, D. and Threadgold, S. (2021) This is Sociology. A Short Introduction. Sage: London. Van Krieken, R., Habibis, D., Smith, P., Maton, K., Martin, G., Churchill, B., West, B., and Hansen, E. (2020). Sociology (7th Ed). Pearson: Melbourne. | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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