Course content

This course offers insight into the main strands of sociological theory. The written paper will be an independent analysis of 1) one or several theorists, theories or perspectives from the course, 2) a critical discussion of a simultaneous phenomenon/ case/ event in light of sociological theories/ perspectives, or 3) issues on professional history.

Learning outcome

Knowledge - the student shall:

• have knowledge about the scholarly tradition of the discipline, including its relationship to social historical contexts.
• have thorough knowledge of classical and contemporary sociological theories and perspectives.
• have knowledge of key contemporary academic discussions within sociology.

Skills - the student shall demonstrate the ability to:

• recognize different theoretical positions in academic texts, and understand the implications of these.
• summarize, analyze and criticize sociological theories and perspectives.
• present sociological theories and perspectives.
• develop their own theoretical analyzes.
• guide students/ peers work with theoretical questions.

Learning methods and activities

Seminars and lectures (6 hours per week).

Compulsory assignments

• Participation in group work, seminars, presentation, fellow student responses and field trips

Recommended previous knowledge

See required previous knowledge.

Required previous knowledge

45 credits in sociology including SOS1002 or equivalent. The requirement must be fulfilled to be admitted to the course.

Course materials

To be decided at the start of the course.

Credit reductions