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SCS1012   Exploring Classical Social Thought Seminars   (10 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F4
Additional Information   Only available to students in the Department of Sociological Studies who are taking SCS1011 Classical Social Theory (lecture series).

Description

The purpose of this seminar module is to provide a medium for students to discuss, evaluate, assess, and engage foundational theories in sociology. The seminar topics will seek to relate major sociological theories to (historical) events of concern to the theorists themselves, and events of interest to contemporary students of social affairs. The discussions will emphasise ideas and concepts in key sociological writings and their contribution to shaping sociological enquiry.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 90.0
Seminar 10.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Other 0.0 100 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.