soc3woe worlds of exclusion global social inequalities
WORLDS OF EXCLUSION: GLOBAL SOCIAL INEQUALITIES
SOC3WOE
2020
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.
SchoolHumanities and Social Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites 30 credit points of any Humanities and Social Sciences subject, or subject coordinator's approval
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsSOC2WOE
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
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Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Learning resources
Social stratification and inequality: class conflict in historical, comparative, and global perspective
Resource TypeBook
Resource RequirementRecommended
AuthorKerbo, H
Year2011
Edition/Volume8TH EDN
PublisherMCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
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Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorXianbi Huang
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture/seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 1.00 hour tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via blended.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Test (1200-word equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2 |
Research essay (1,200-word equivalent)This essay focuses on the content covered in the first half of the semester. | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Research essay (1,600-word equivalent)This essay is an overall assessment of the content covered in the whole semester. | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |