Sociology
Soziologie
6 CPWinterEN
Contents
The module provides basic knowledge of sociological approaches, theories and research topics. The focus is on trying out and acquiring sociological perspectives and approaches in the analysis of society and social change. Various paradigms of past and present sociology are taught and current issues such as the Anthropocene debate or feminist sociology are addressed. Topics include: - Core topics in sociology: social order and social change. - Sociological paradigms: from the linguistic turn to New Materialism - Sociological perspectives on human-environment relations and social relations with nature - Current issues in sociology: socio-ecological transformation, global inequalities and intersectionality, post-pandemic renewal Students will be given various assignments throughout the semester, such as reviews of texts or documentaries, Ted Talks, debate walks, and mappings, which will be presented and discussed in class.
Learning outcomes
General overview on sociological approaches, theories and research topics. Insights into different epistemological perspectives and paradigms. Appropriation of a sociological perspective.
Assessment
• Pecha Kucha Presentation, 7:40 min (30%) • Protocol, 1-2 pages (20%) • Review, 1-2 pages (20%) • Reflection, 2-3 pages (30%)
Literature (4)
- Giddens, A., & Sutton, P. W. (2021). Sociology. John Wiley & Sons.
- Dürbeck, G., & Hüpkes, P. (Eds.). (2020). The Anthropocenic Turn: The Interplay Between Disciplinary and Interdisciplinary Responses to a New Age. Routledge.
- Harper, C. L., & Snowden, M. (2017). Environment and society: Human perspectives on environmental issues. Routledge.
- Abbott, P., Tyler, M., & Wallace, C. (2006). An introduction to sociology: Feminist perspectives. Routledge.
Source: BTU's module description · retrieved 29 Sep 2026Original