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Social Theory and Political Analysis (SOTH20003)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5Not available in 2020

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Overview

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This subject involves the study of theory and empirical research in social and political relations, culture and ideology, and human subjectivity and action. Students who complete this subject should possess an awareness of the ways in which social theory can provide a critical perspective on standard approaches to the study of politics, and knowledge of a repertoire of social theory concepts and approaches which can be drawn upon to analyse political processes.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject students should:

  • Have knowledge of the major ideas and theories used to analyse social, cultural and political relations;
  • Be able to apply this knowledge to assist in an analysis of political processes;
  • Have experience of thinking systematically about difficult intellectual problems of an abstract nature;
  • Have experience with methods of critical analysis and argument employed in the social theoretical traditions, leading to improved general reasoning and analytical skills.

Last updated: 20 May 2023

Eligibility and requirements

Prerequisites

None

Corequisites

None

Non-allowed subjects

None

Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)

The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.

Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home

Last updated: 20 May 2023

Assessment

Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS

DescriptionTimingPercentage

An oral presentation of a tutorial paper

  • 500 words
Mid semester15%

An essay

  • 1500 words
Mid semester35%

An essay

  • 2000 words
During the examination period50%
Hurdle requirement: Students must attend a minimum of 75% of tutorials in order to pass this subject. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject. Regular participation in tutorials is required.Throughout the semesterN/A

Additional details

Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10 marks per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.

Last updated: 20 May 2023

Dates & times

Not available in 2020

Time commitment details

Total of 170 hours

Last updated: 20 May 2023

Further information

Last updated: 20 May 2023