- The structure of society with particular reference to contemporary Australian society.
- Factors that influence groups of people within society and their opportunities in life.
- The social, political, economic and cultural influences of social groups and their impact on the individual.
- Different ways of looking at society in order to explain how it works.
- How to conduct research in the field of sociology.
- Analyse the patterns and organisations that shape human behaviour.
- Investigate theory on a range of sociological concepts.
- Examine the link between individual experiences and social structures.
- Investigate a range of topics including: major social institutions such as the family, education and the mass media; deviance and crime; class and inequality in Australian society; perceptions, attitudes and prejudices towards a range of social issues and their link with prejudice.
- Complete practical exercises, investigations, essays and report writing.
- Engage in group discussions and presentations.
- Complete an Individual Project (externally assessed).
- Is curious about the structure of society in Australia and globally.
- Enjoys engaging in inquiry projects and a range of required reading.
- Is capable of creating a range of texts such as essays and reports.
- Has good reading, writing and organisational skills.
