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IAS222 - Global Sociology

2022

Sector

Higher Education

Discipline

Social Science

SOC145

Unit Description

This unit explores the social inequalities which are brought about by increasing interconnectedness of countries
and cultures. It emphasises processes of cultural globalisation; notably, identity formation and community
building. The unit focuses on Australia's place in a globalised world, especially the Asian region.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

1.	Analyse social issues using approaches employed in sociology.
2.	Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of various global sociological perspectives.
3.	Apply the main sociological theories and concepts to an understanding of social issues.
4.	Discuss and debate current social issues.
5.	Critically examine the relationship between local and global social contexts.
6.	Evaluate readings in terms of their relevance to an understanding of global social issues.
7.	Research information using a variety of sociological methods and tools.

Assessment Overview

	Assessment Task	Value (of total mark)	Related Learning Outcome/s
1.	Quizzes (3 x 60 minutes)	20%	1,6,7
2.	Essay 1 (1000 words)	35%	1,2,3,4,5,6,7
3.	Essay 2 (1500 words)	45%	1,2,3,4,5,6,7

Unit Availability

Year	Semester	Att Mode	Location	Learning Method	Timetable*
2022	Semester 2	Internal	Casuarina Campus	OLR
2022	Semester 2	External	External Studies	OLR

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