Introduction to Sociology

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU014030
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD1-Understanding the subject
  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the relationship between society and human behaviour

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Evaluate how social factors affect society and individuals

2

Understand the approaches/perspectives to sociology

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Compare and contrast two sociological approaches/perspectives

3

Understand the types of research methods used in sociology

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Evaluate two different types of research methods used in sociological research

4

Understand the importance of ethics in research

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Explain the importance of two ethical issues raised within sociological research