Overview

In an increasingly complex global world, understanding social change and your part in this is of vital importance. With this in mind, Sociology provides you with knowledge that is academically sound, socially useful and vocationally relevant. Central to how we practice Sociology at Murdoch is our interest in developing pioneering … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Admission requirements

Special requirements
Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

1.

Demonstrate substantive knowledge of sociology as an academic discipline in its social, historical and world context, including its principal concepts and theories.

2.

Formulate clear and persuasive written and spoken communication of sociological ideas, knowledge and arguments suited to a range of different genres and audiences.

3.

Develop an understanding of the sources and techniques employed in sociological research.

4.

Construct well-reasoned arguments by evaluating competing sociological explanations of social phenomena.

5.

Discuss and debate the relationship between individuals and the wider structural and global context.

Professional outcomes

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