Sociology Level 3
Course
Distance
Description
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Type
Course
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Class hours
90h
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Personal tutor
Yes
Objectives. By the end of this course you will be able to: Understand the origins of sociology, what methods of enquiry are employed and describe some of the general sociological theories that have been established over the years. Explain the different sociological systems that exist within society and understand some of the perspectives and theories that have been proposed to explain this social phenomenon. Demonstrate your understanding of the socialisation process. Suitable for: This course is deisgned for people who wish to gain an understanding of the principles and practice of Sociology
Important information
Documents
- 403 Sociology.pdf
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
No prior knowledge is required for this course.
Reviews
Subjects
- Sociology
- Systems
- Social Movements
- Social Science
- Social Change
- Writing Skills
- Sociology Anthropology
- Social Policy
- Social History
- Discrimination
Teachers and trainers (1)
Nicola Kirkham Kirkham
Development Manager
Course programme
STUDENT PROFILE
This programme is designed for people who wish to gain an understanding of principles and practice of Sociology. No prior knowledge is required
COURSE CONTENTS
Unit 1 What is sociology?
Unit 2 Social systems
Unit 3 The socialisation process
Unit 4 Common social institutions
Unit 5 Social Issues
Unit 6 Social stratification
Unit 7 Social organisation of groups
STUDY METHOD
The course is designed for study by distance learning at work or at home. Students receive course manual, assignments and studyguide plus tutor support by mail and email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of enrolment.
COURSE DURATION
Students may register at any time and have a full year to complete their studies. The course will take around 150 hours of study to complete.
ASSESSMENT
Each unit is followed by a written assignment, comprising a series of activities, which is submitted and then marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required.
Sociology Level 3