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Issues in the Social Sciences

Unit Code: HAF445




Duration

Contact Hours

Campus

Prerequisite

Corequisite

1 semester

24 hours

Hawthorn

BA or BSocSci

Must be enrolled in BA (Hons) Social Science or BA(Hons) Industry and Community Studies.

Credit Points: 12.5 Credit Points

Related Course/s:

A unit of study in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours)  - Social Science and Industry and Community Studies Strands.

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Aims & Objectives:

The aim of this unit is to develop an advanced understanding of issues relevant to the social sciences.

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Teaching Methods:

Seminar

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Assessment:

Four exercises, one for each module (10% each), one major essay (60%)

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Generic Skills Outcomes:

Students are expected to develop a number of graduate attributes, resulting in graduates who:

  • Are capable in their chosen professional areas.
  • Operate effectively in work & community situations.
  • Are adaptable & manage change.
  • Are aware of environments.

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Content:

This unit of study looks at contemporary debates in the social sciences. It has four three-week modules. Each module focuses on one contemporary controversy, exploring the role of the social sciences. Students will spend three weeks focusing on each theme and discussing how this theme informs research on various topics in sociology, politics, media, history or cultural studies, including their own chosen thesis topic. Issues for HAF445 may include:

  • Being human (genetics and technology)
  • Understanding technological revolutions
  • Democracy and imperfect politics
  • The use and abuse of community
  • Rights, states and security

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Reading Materials:

Lecture handouts and material available from the library. There is no prescribed text for this unit of study.

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