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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title Introductory Sociology
Module Code SS108
School School of Health & Human Performance
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: David Passmore
Semester 2: David Passmore
Autumn: David Passmore
Module TeacherDavid Passmore
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.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture36Class-based instruction
Independent learning time60Weekly study (5)
Assignment4Short-answer questions
Assignment10Essay
Independent learning time15Exam 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 Assessment30% Examination Weight70%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Short answer questionsSociology Terminology Assignment10%Week 7
EssayChoice of Essay Titles related to the module content.20%Week 11
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
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
  • Giddens, A.: 2001, Sociology, Polity Press.,
  •  Macionis, J.J. and Plummer, J: 0, Sociology: A Global Introduction,
  •  Tovey, H. and Share, P.: 0, A Sociology of Ireland,
  •  Mechikoff, R.A., Estes, S.G: 0, A History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Education,
  •  Coakley, J.: 0, Sport in Society,
Other Resources
None
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Programme or List of Programmes
ATTBSc Athletic Therapy and Training
SSHBSc Sport Science and Health
Timetable this semester: Timetable for SS108
Date of Last Revision15-FEB-12
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