Sociology

Course summary

Sociology is the study of society and encourages students to look at the world in a critical and evidence-based way to help them understand the relationship between society and the individual. Throughout the course students will develop the ability to analyse a wide range of sociological theories and ideas about the nature of society and apply them to a range of topics. This includes the sociology of families, education, beliefs and crime. In addition, students will study the many ways sociologists conduct their research including their use of primary and secondary methods and will explore methodological issues, for example, the extent to which sociology can be a science. For more information, please see the full prospectus.