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SOC10010

Academic Year 2024/2025

Foundations of Sociological Thought (SOC10010)

Subject:
Sociology
College:
Social Sciences & Law
School:
Sociology
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Mr Conor Keogh
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This is a 1st year module for sociology students. It provides an introduction to some of the main theories that laid the foundation for modern sociology. Sociology developed as an intellectual discipline in the 19th century as writers grappled with their understanding of modern capitalism. Some of the key writers include Karl Marx, Max Weber and Emile Durkheim. The course outlines their central ideas, their relevance for today and encourages students to critically assess them.Students wishing to take Sociology at Stage 2 should take this module.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

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 Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

20
Seminar (or Webinar)

4
Specified Learning Activities

10
Autonomous Student Learning

88
Total

122

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Two lectures a week plus follow up discussion in seminars.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

Students who take this module should be willing to read academic texts as the module will involve independent, self-directed learning.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
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

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring Yes - 2 Hour
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Online automated feedback

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Individual feedback available during office hours.

Name Role
Ms Emer Hayes Tutor
Halyna Herasym Tutor
Ms Krisztina Katona Tutor
Yuwen Pan Tutor

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Wed 16:00 - 16:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 1 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Mon 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 2 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Mon 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 3 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Mon 15:00 - 15:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 4 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Mon 16:00 - 16:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 5 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 6 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 11:00 - 11:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 7 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 12:00 - 12:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 8 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 9 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 14:00 - 14:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 10 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Tues 15:00 - 15:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 11 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Wed 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 12 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Wed 11:00 - 11:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 13 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Wed 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 14 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Thurs 10:00 - 10:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 15 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Thurs 12:00 - 12:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 16 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Thurs 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 17 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Wed 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 18 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Thurs 12:00 - 12:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 20 Week(s) - 5, 7, 10, 12 Wed 14:00 - 14:50
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