This course is taught in English, but the exam can be submitted in English or Norwegian
Recommended prerequisites
Students should have knowledge of basic sociological theory corresponding to SV-133 Introduction to sociology.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student should be able to
explain the meaning of sociological concepts and how they relate to different theoretical models
describe the most central trends in recent sociological theories
demonstrate the relations between the classical and more recent sociological theories
applying new theories and understandings to traditional sociological topics
Course contents
The purpose of the course is to give students an introduction to recent sociological theories and provide them with the knowledge as to how these theories can be applied to topics such as individuals' actions, interaction and communication, and the distribution wealth and power in societies.
Of particular interest are theories that deal with:
the relationship between structure and individual agency
social inequality
modern societies
Teaching methods
Lectures, group work, supervision and self-study.
In addition preparation for lectures, group work and etc. We expect that the students actively work on mandatory coursework/work requirement.
Expected scope of work is approximately 270 hours.
Examination requirements
Approved written group assignment. More information about the work requirement will be provided in Canvas.
Assessment methods and criteria
5-hour individual written exam under supervision. Graded A-F.
Evaluation
The person responsible for the course decides, in cooperation with student representative, the form of student evaluation and whether the course is to have a midway or end of course evaluation in accordance with the quality system for education, chapter 4.1.