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Module Title	Introductory Sociology
Module Code	SS108
School	School of Health & Human Performance
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NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The aims of this module are: (a) to introduce students to some of the key eras in the socio-historical development of sport and physical activity in society. (b) to introduce students to the language, concepts and theoretical frameworks of sociology. The module begins with a historical review of the development of sport. It then goes on to introduce social theory and to explain how sociological analysis is useful in understanding a range of major social structures and institutions.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify a number of key eras in the historical development of sport and physical activity.
2. Identify the origins of modern Irish sport.
3. Describe the key features of a number of major social theories and recognise the theorists associated with them.
4. Discuss how the major social theories analyse and explain: social stratification, religion, family, education, nationalism and the state.
5. Explain important concepts and terminology in sociology.
6. Research and present a written assignment on the module topic.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Lecture	36	Class-based instruction
Independent Study	60	Weekly study (5)
Assignment Completion	4	Short-answer questions
Assignment Completion	10	Essay
Independent Study	15	Exam Prep
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

The social and historical origins of sport and physical education

The nature and concept of sociology.

An introduction to the major social theories and theorists.

The application of sociological theories to sport and physical education.

Social stratification and social class

The nation, the state, power, politics, nationalism.

Family, Education, Religion.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	30%	Examination Weight	70%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
Unavailable

Indicative Reading List

Giddens, A.: 2001, Sociology, Polity Press.,
ï‚§ Macionis, J.J. and Plummer, J: 0, Sociology: A Global Introduction,
ï‚§ Tovey, H. and Share, P.: 0, A Sociology of Ireland,
ï‚§ Mechikoff, R.A., Estes, S.G: 0, A History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Education,
ï‚§ Coakley, J.: 0, Sport in Society,

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

ATT	BSc Athletic Therapy and Training
SHSA	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SHSAO	Study Abroad (Science & Health)
SSH	BSc Sport Science and Health

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