Courses & Units

Sociology of Youth HGA377

Introduction

This unit examines the position and experiences of young people in contemporary society, and challenges some of the negative discourses that surround 'youth'. It provides an analysis of the social construction of 'youth' and highlights diversity through an examination of youth subcultures. The aims of the unit are: (1) to provide an overview of the ways in which key social structures shape the opportunities available to young people, while also exploring young people's expressions of agency; (2) to examine social division and difference among youth, and (3) to evaluate the role of public policy and legislation in shaping the varied experiences and opportunities available to young people.

Summary

Unit name	Sociology of Youth
Unit code	HGA377
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	Advanced

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Online	Spring school		Off-Campus	International	Domestic

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Spring school	28/10/2024	12/11/2024	5/12/2024	12/1/2025

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Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

Explain key concepts and issues relating to the sociology of youth.
Apply relevant sociological theory to critically examine young people’s positions and experiences in society.
Articulate your own position on key debates on the position of young people in society.
Communicate your ideas in written and verbal form, using appropriate sociological language and concepts.

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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Requisites

Prerequisites

25 credit points at Introductory level or higher

Teaching

Assessment	Discussion board contribution (10%)\|multiple-choice quizzes (20%)\|Essay (35%)\|Examination - take home (35%)
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Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.
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