Overview

Sociology offers a critical perspective on the societies and social worlds in which we live. It gives us the necessary tools to analyse the structures and institutions that shape our everyday lives, and to understand the role of power, inequality, and cultural difference in social relationships.  Doing a minor in … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

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Apply in-depth Sociological disciplinary and conceptual knowledge within an interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary context.
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Articulate a broad and coherent body of knowledge about foundational aspects of societies, cultures and/or the arts from local, national and international perspectives.
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Appreciate and respect cultural and social diversity, and the relevance of race, gender and intersectionalities, including First Nations perspectives.
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Undertake rigorous and engaged scholarly enquiry and analysis in order to justify a position in relation to foundational aspects of societies, cultures and/or the arts.
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Apply high-level skills in critical analysis and problem solving to link theory to social, political, environmental and cultural issues.
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Demonstrate teamwork and leadership skills, with the capacity to work autonomously and collaboratively.
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Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using a variety of media, for diverse audiences and purposes.
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Act ethically, respectfully and responsibly.
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Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Social Sciences - BSocSci3325 - Social Sciences
Bachelor of Media - BMedia3341 - Media
Bachelor of Arts - BA3409 - Arts
Bachelor of Economics - BEc3543 - Economics
Bachelor of Design - BDes4825 - Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA4830 - Fine Arts

Specialisation Structure

You must complete 36 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Core Courses6 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Prescribed Electives6 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Note: Social Work (Honours)/Arts

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