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On successful completion of this module students should be able to:1. Explain the classical sociological theories that discuss social processes;2. Discuss and evaluate the different perspectives of Marx, Durkheim and Weber;3. Outline where these theories are relevant to modern society.
Indicative Module Content:Discussion on the theories of the classical sociologists - Marx, Weber and Durkheim. Understanding what is theory and why it informs modern decision making.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 20 |
Seminar (or Webinar) | 4 |
Specified Learning Activities | 10 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 88 |
Total | 122 |
Students who take this module should be willing to read academic texts as the module will involve independent, self-directed learning.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Exam (Online): This online exam enables you to reflect on what you found surprising, thought-provoking, or relevant about the theories of Karl Marx, Max Weber, and Émile Durkheim. Write 500 words per theorist. | Week 14 | Graded | Yes | 100 |
Yes |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | Yes - 2 Hour |
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