soc3woe worlds of exclusion
WORLDS OF EXCLUSION: GLOBAL SOCIAL INEQUALITIES
SOC3WOE
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject we examine the challenges of creating a more equitable social world by aiming to understand social inequalities and their causes and consequences from a sociological perspective. We critically examine patterns of inequality within Australia and in global contexts, and explore the ways in which these patterns are rendered invisible or visible. Explanations of different kinds of social inequalities are examined within the context of theories of social stratification, power, equity and social justice. We tackle contemporary challenges such as the growing gap between poverty and wealth, gender inequality, racial discrimination, barriers to civic participation, alienation, class conflicts, and inequalities in the world stratification system. Students engage in critical thinking about the ways sociological theory and practice can contribute to effective polices and their implementation for shaping a more equitable social world.
FacultyFaculty of Humanities & Social Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects SOC2WOE
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
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Readings | Social stratification and inequality: class conflict in historical, comparative, and global perspective | Recommended | Kerbo, H 2011 | 8TH EDN, MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION |
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Melbourne, 2014, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.0 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
Assessment element | Comments | % |
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one class test (1,200-word equivalent) | 30 | |
one research essay (1,400-word equivalent) | 35 | |
one research exercise (1,400-word equivalent) | 35 |