Social Theory Thesis (SOTH40004)

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An approved topic will be selected in consultation with the coordinator.

On completion of this subject students should:

have knowledge of the major ideas and theories of classical and contemporary social theory;
have background in the classical and contemporary social theory on which to base further research and study in the area;
have experience of thinking systematically about difficult intellectual problems of an abstract nature;
have practice conducting research, speaking articulately, writing clearly and reading with attention to detail;
have experience with methods of critical analysis and argument employed in social theory, leading to improved general reasoning and analytical skills.

On completion of this subject students should:

develop skills in written and oral communication;
conduct independent research;
make appropriate use of primary and secondary sources in mounting an argument;
form defensible judgements based on a critical evaluation of conflicting arguments.

Last updated: 3 November 2022