Political Sociology

(3 Credit Hours) · Undergraduate

In this module, we look at four broad themes. The first section focuses on theoretical explanations of the nature and distribution of power within society; the second on the regulation of power in relation to the state, governance and civil society; the third on contesting state power, looking at social movements, political protest and understanding the root causes of violence; and the fourth section on power beyond the rules, including terrorism and war and the effect on society, and specifically on women. In this module we apply theory to practice and make use of everyday examples to provide context to the topics under discussion.