Foundations of Modern Sociological Theory

University of Roehampton

Course Description

  • Course Name

    Foundations of Modern Sociological Theory

  • Host University

    University of Roehampton

  • Location

    London, England

  • Area of Study

    Sociology

  • Language Level

    Taught In English

  • Prerequisites

    Please note that students will not be able to enroll in combination with SOC020N221.

  • Course Level Recommendations

    Upper

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    Hours & Credits

  • UK Credits

    10
  • Recommended U.S. Semester Credits
    3
  • Recommended U.S. Quarter Units
    4
  • Overview

    Assessment: 2 mini-essays (1000 words each) to be submitted on-line
    This module is designed to introduce students to the diverse range of perspectives which contribute to the sociological imagination. It is intended to give students a taste of the many different ways they can approach a subject of sociological enquiry. It is important for students to understand that debates within sociological theory are often the result of different interpretations of the same field of study. The module is specifically designed to encourage students to think about so-called ?schools of thought?, to understand what it might be that makes one school of thought different from another, what features might be shared by different schools of thought, and how different perspectives might complement one another in building a fuller understanding of a given subject of enquiry. Furthermore, while an understanding of theory is an essential part of any sociology programme, theory should not be presented as something which is done by others and written about in text books. Theorising, seeing how different perspectives can shed light on particular subjects, should be actively encouraged as part of the training of any sociologist.

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