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NSC210Health Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Introduction To Sociology Ii

This course explores the fundamental concepts of sociology, focusing on human social relations and the products of these relationships. It examines the meaning of society, its relationship with nature and individuals, and the development of sociological thought. Key topics include social movements, collective behavior, social organization, roles, and the sociological study of culture. The course also investigates social institutions, their perspectives, and their functions within society, providing a comprehensive introduction to sociological analysis.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
SociologySocietySocial InteractionSocial InstitutionsCulture

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
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Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Sociology and Society

2

Social Interaction

3

Social Movements

4

Collective Behaviour

5

Social Institutions

6

Culture

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Final Examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Social Worker

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Sociologist

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Community Organizer

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Policy Analyst

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Market Research Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentEducationHealthcareNon-profitMarket Research

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 1: Meaning of Sociology and Society

2 study hours
  • •Define sociology and society.
  • •Explain the derivation of the term 'sociology'.
  • •Identify the purposes of society and its importance to human survival.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 2: Society, Nature and Individuals

2 study hours
  • •Explain the relationship between society and nature.
  • •Describe how society sustains individuals.
  • •State the reality of society from diverse human experiences.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 3: Sociology and Human Society

2 study hours
  • •Explain the goal of sociology in relation to other sciences of human interaction.
  • •Classify society by social organization.
  • •Highlight relevant points in the sociological view of society.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 4: Origin and Development of Sociology

2 study hours
  • •Explain the origin of sociology.
  • •Highlight developments within sociology.
  • •Describe factors influencing the expansion of sociology.
Week
5

Module 1: Introduction

2h

Unit 5: The Subject Matter of Sociology

2 study hours
  • •Identify different methods adopted by sociologists in studying human society.
  • •State differences between these methods.
  • •Outline groupings of general methods.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: Founding Fathers of Sociology

2 study hours
  • •List the founding fathers of sociology.
  • •Identify their specific contributions.
  • •Describe the latest shifts in emphasis among founding fathers.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Perspectives of Sociology

2 study hours
  • •Identify broader social contexts of individuals and groups.
  • •Analyze contrasts presented in sociological perspectives.
  • •List the benefits of sociological perspectives.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Scientific Study of Society

2 study hours
  • •Explain why the study of society is a science.
  • •Identify laws in the social sciences.
  • •Compare social and natural sciences.
  • •State the nature of scientific explanation.
Week
9

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Sociological Analysis

2 study hours
  • •Describe the discipline of sociology.
  • •Explain the difference between sociology and other concrete sciences.
  • •Identify the levels of analysis in sociology.
Week
10

Module 2:

2h

Unit 5: Social Interaction and Processes

2 study hours
  • •Explain the relative closeness (or distance) in social interaction.
  • •State the dimensions of competition as opposition.
  • •Analyze the typology of cooperation.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: Social Movements and Collective Behaviour

2 study hours
  • •Explain different types of social movements.
  • •List stages of development of social movements.
  • •Describe possible types of collective behavior.
Week
12

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Social Organisation And Roles

2 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of social organization.
  • •Describe levels of social organization.
  • •Discuss the relationship between roles and status.

Unit 3: Groups and Human Relationships

2 study hours
  • •Explain the nature of groups in society.
  • •State the sociological definition of groups.
  • •Describe classifications of groups.
Week
13

Module 3:

4h

Unit 4: Groups and Normative Patterns

2 study hours
  • •Explain common characteristics of groups.
  • •State the relationship between small and large societies.
  • •Distinguish between values, norms, and folkways.

Unit 5: The Sociological Study Of Culture

2 study hours
  • •Define culture sociologically.
  • •Explain why culture is created by humans.
  • •Analyze the foundations of culture.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key terms and concepts.

2

Practice applying sociological theories to real-world examples.

3

Review all tutor-marked assignments and feedback.

4

Form study groups to discuss and clarify complex topics.

5

Focus on understanding the relationships between different social institutions and their functions.

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