Household and Family Structures

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

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU006537
Credits:
6
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 variety of forms to which the concept of family might be applied.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Evaluate the difference between family and household forms.
2

Understand the factors which influence household and family structures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Evaluate the influence of industrialisation on household and family structures.
  • 2.2
    Draw conclusions from cross-cultural examples to illustrate varying family forms.
3

Understand the causes and consequences of changing marital trends.

Including same sex marriages and civil partnerships

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Evaluate the different reasons for marital breakdown.
  • 3.2
    Analyse the changing trends of marriage and divorce.
4

Understand different sociological perspectives as applied to analysis of household and family structures.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Explain and evaluate at least two different sociological perspectives on household and family structures.