What Will You Learn?

• Unit 1: Introduction to Sociology - In this unit, students will explore the fundamental concepts and theories of sociology. They will learn about the sociological imagination, social norms, culture, socialization, and the basic principles underlying sociological research methods.
• Unit 2: Sociological Perspectives - Students will be introduced to various sociological perspectives, including functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and feminism. They will examine how these perspectives contribute to our understanding of social phenomena and the ways in which they shape society.
• Unit 3: Social Institutions - This unit focuses on the major social institutions such as family, education, religion, economy, and politics. Students will critically analyse the roles and functions of these institutions and their impact on individuals and communities.
• Unit 4: Social Stratification and Inequality - Students will explore the concepts of social stratification, social class, race, ethnicity, gender, and other forms of inequality. They will examine the causes, consequences, and dynamics of social inequality in different societies.
• Unit 5: Social Change and Globalization - This unit delves into the processes of social change and globalization. Students will investigate the factors driving social change, the impacts of globalization on cultures and societies, and the challenges and opportunities presented by a globalized world.