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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2007/2008
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Social Stratification (SY0017)? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : SPS-3-SYSTRAT The concepts of social class, stratification and inequality are crucial for the sociological project. At the same time, class, stratification and inequality represent central social and political issues at the national and European level. This course investigates how social stratification has been conceptualized in the sociological tradition and the place it occupies in contemporary sociological theory and research. It also examines the intersection between stratification, globalization processes, and European integration. We will analyze various forms of social stratification and the dynamic of group and class relationships. Entry Requirementsnone Subject AreasHome subject areaSociology, (School of Social and Political Studies, Schedule J) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : 3rd year ? Delivery Period : Not being delivered ? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks All of the following classes
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
The concepts of social class, stratification and inequality are crucial for the sociological project. At the same time, class, stratification and inequality represent central social and political issues at the national and European level. This course investigates how social stratification has been conceptualized in the sociological tradition and the place it occupies in contemporary sociological theory and research. It also examines the intersection between stratification, globalization processes, and European integration. We will analyze various forms of social stratification and the dynamic of group and class relationships.
Assessment Information
A combination of coursework and/or exams with details to be specified by Course Organiser at first class
Exam times
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Ms Sue Renton Course Organiser Dr Alex Preda School Website : http://www.sps.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/ |
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