This program explores the sociological theories and study of culture and identity, and how they relate to us as humans. You will learn about key theories surrounding gender, sexuality, class, race and ethnicity, and develop your own understanding of how culture and identity shapes us.
4 courses
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Hi everyone - I'm a sociologist specialising in studies of identity, youth, social theory and labour.
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
Investigate a range of social scientific approaches to identities and cultures in contemporary Australia.
Assess and apply relevant theoretical perspectives for understanding contemporary social and political debates about identity.
Apply social scientific theory to a case study identifying shifts in contemporary identities.
Employ advanced skills in written academic expression and essay-writing.
