The period of ‘youth’ is beginning earlier and earlier in the contemporary UK. Students will look at how the concept of ‘youth’ has changed over time and learn about the emergence of spectacular youth subcultures including Skinheads and Punks. We will apply sociological theory to attempt to explain the growth of subcultures such as these. Young people are often linked to deviance so we will consider this link and explain the existence of deviant youth subcultures, including gangs. Students will learn about the role of the mass media in portraying youth deviance.
When deciding on the most suitable research device to use, students will learn that Sociologists must make compromises and decide which issues are most important to them. This provides individuals with time to reflect on a range of ethical issues including protecting themselves from harm.
We look at a range of research materials that ensure that our students will reflect on issues that affect the community such as poverty, access to work and discrimination. Learning about these topics and how they are researched will nurture a culture of understanding.
Learners should actively consider various definitions of globalisation and consider the challenges involved with defining the concept • Learners need to understand that the concept of globalisation is explored and used in a wide range of non sociological ways, in other disciplines and in wider society. However, students should be aware of the specific sociological use of the term • Learners should consider theoretical interpretations of digital forms of communication. As well as this students should develop their ideas and evaluate how useful classical social theories are in understanding very new phenomena • Learners should explore the issue of access to digital communication locally and globally as well as patterns of access and use. This can be done by considering the concept of social capital, as well as considering the response of the state in regulating and managing such new forms of communication • Learners should develop an understanding of the impact digital communications have had on relationships; to what extent have digital forms of communications increased the number of relationships we have, and what impact have digital forms of communication had on the quality of relationships, thinking about whether relationships are superficial or meaningful. Learners should also think about the variety of opportunities digital forms of communication have provided
Students will take the opportunity to reflect on their own identity and may question issues of inequality and these might be best overcome.
Using both historic and contemporary examples uncover the extent of inequality and discrimination in society and students will consider what can be done about these issues to encourage a cohesive and fair society.
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Sociologists are interested in the structure of society and the issue of inequality is a key focus. This unit allows students to think synoptically and look how social class, gender, ethnicity and age can affect an individual’s chances in life. There is a strong emphasis on the contemporary UK so students are encouraged to draw on recent examples to evaluate the views of Marxists, Functionalists, Weberian and New Right thinkers.
Students will take the opportunity to reflect on their own identity and may question issues of inequality and these might be best overcome.
Using both historic and contemporary examples uncover the extent of inequality and discrimination in society and students will consider what can be done about these issues to encourage a cohesive and fair society.
Sociologists are interested in the structure of society and the issue of inequality is a key focus. This unit allows students to think synoptically and look how social class, gender, ethnicity and age can affect an individual’s chances in life. There is a strong emphasis on the contemporary UK so students are encouraged to draw on recent examples to evaluate the views of Marxists, Functionalists, Weberian and New Right thinkers.
Sociologists are interested in the structure of society and the issue of inequality is a key focus. This unit allows students to think synoptically and look how social class, gender, ethnicity and age can affect an individual’s chances in life. There is a strong emphasis on the contemporary UK so students are encouraged to draw on recent examples to evaluate the views of Marxists, Functionalists, Weberian and New Right thinkers.