Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast
Tutorials begin in the second week of semester.
Introduction
Introduces students to central concepts and methods used by sociologists to study society. Like HGA101, this unit develops an understanding of sociology by examining the major social institutions and processes, and sociological modes of inquiry. The unit explores central sociological concepts and ideas with a focus on: power, deviance, ideology, social relations and globalisation. The unit provides students with (1) an understanding of sociological concepts, models and methods; and (2) an ability to apply these to processes in modern societies with special reference to Australia.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Sociology: Experiencing Social Life |
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| Unit code | HGA102 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Social Sciences |
| Discipline | Sociology and Criminology |
| Coordinator | Dr Ruby Grant |
| Teaching staff | Ruby Grant: Launceston, Cradle Coast, Online Meredith Nash: Hobart |
| Level | Introductory |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Requisites
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following units:
- MEXCL HGA100, HGE102, HGA138, HGA139, HGA135
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Internal: 2 hrs lectures and 1 tutorial weekly Distance: Materials and study guide provided via MyLO, contact through discussion forums and through an on-campus study school |
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| Assessment | Internal: 500 word essay or equivalent (15%), 2,000 word essay (35%), tutorial participation (10%), final examination (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | Information about any textbook requirements will be available from mid November. |
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| Recommended |
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