Young People and Social Change

This module introduces and examines sociological perspectives on young people and social change. In the first part of the module students are introduced to a series of contemporary debates on the alleged crises facing young people today. The module locates these crises in sociological debates about social change and the changing influence of social structure.

You are introduced to key sociological tools that can be applied to these debates and explores the ways in which sociologists can best understand the ways in which young people are affected by social change. Throughout the module, there is an emphasis on developing critical and analytic skills in acdemic work.

By the end of the module you will be able to:

• Identify different perspectives on young people and social change;
• Evaluate different perspectives on young people and social change;
• Understand and apply sociological perspectives to contemporary debates on young people and social change;
• Use ICT to locate seminar reading;
• Read and understand appropriate academic prose;
• Identify and implement strategies for analysing academic arguments. 

Assessment

• Essay 1500 words : Coursework (33%)
• Essay 2500 words : Coursework (67%)