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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Social and Political Science : Sociology

Undergraduate Course: Social Stratification (SCIL10012)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Social and Political Science CollegeCollege of Humanities and Social Science
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 10 (Year 3 Undergraduate) AvailabilityAvailable to all students
SCQF Credits20 ECTS Credits10
SummaryThe 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.
Course description Not entered
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesNone
High Demand Course? Yes
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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.
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Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
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Course organiserDr Alex Preda
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