Unit

School Of Social Sciences

Introduction to SociologyWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101336.1

Discipline: SOCIOLOGY

Student Contribution Band: 1

Level: 1

Credit Points: 10

Equivalent Units
400164 - Introduction to the Sociology of Health, B1948 - Introduction to Sociology 1

About this Unit
In 2010 this unit replaced by 101551 - Understanding Society. This unit introduces students to the central concepts, theories and methodologies of sociology, and demonstrates the ways in which sociological thought contributes to a systematic and critical understanding of contemporary society. The unit draws upon case studies from Australia and other societies.