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SCLG3612: Sociology of Culture
2024 unit information
This unit will examine key issues in the sociology of culture, using a combination of traditional lectures and tutorials and a flipped classroom approach. It will explore a range of frameworks for understanding cultural practices, productions, and media representations. It aims to link culture to specific case studies to combine theory with research.
Unit details and rules
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Sociology and Criminology |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 2000 level in Sociology |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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SCLG2606 or SCLG2609 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. demonstrate an understanding of sociological approaches to the study of culture and media
- LO2. develop a high-level knowledge of methods for studying cultural practices and phenomena
- LO3. think critically about cultural issues and the political and social debates that accompany culture
- LO4. demonstrate conceptual ability, interpersonal communication skills and writing skills
- LO5. describe and differentiate media forms and analyse their relevance with regards to contemporary society.
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