ASC101 - Introduction to Sociology: the Sociological Imagination

Unit details

Year

2025 unit information

Enrolment modes:

Trimester 1: Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong), Online, Community Based Delivery (CBD)*

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value:0.125
Unit Chair:Trimester 1: Andrew Singleton
Cohort rule:Nil
Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite:Nil
Incompatible with: ASC201, ASC401
Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - on-campus unit enrolment:

1 x 1-hour on-campus lecture per week

1 x 1-hour on-campus seminar per week

Educator-facilitated (scheduled) learning activities - online unit enrolment:

1 x 1-hour online lecture per week (recordings provided)

1 x 1-hour online seminar per week

Typical study commitment:

Students will on average spend 150-hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site.

Note:

*Community Based Delivery (CBD) is for National Indigenous Knowledges, Education, Research and Innovation NIKERI Institute students only.

Content

This unit provides an in-depth introduction to sociology, teaching key concepts and theories to develop a sociological perspective. The primary aim is to explore the relationship between individuals and the broader social world. By examining specific and familiar areas of interest, the unit encourages students to think sociologically. Students will gain critical insights into social structures, cultural dynamics and the forces that shape individual and collective behaviour, empowering them to apply sociological thinking to real-world issues. Seeing the world sociologically fosters critical thinking, empathy and a deeper understanding of societal complexities, enabling students to contribute positively to their communities and the broader society.

Learning Outcomes

ULO These are the Unit Learning Outcomes (ULOs) for this unit. At the completion of this unit, successful students can:

Alignment to Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLOs)

ULO1

Identify and explain the key concepts and perspectives used in sociological analysis

GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities

ULO2

Demonstrate oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

GLO2: Communication

ULO3

Use technology to find and present information

GLO3: Digital literacy

ULO4

Discuss social issues in both an Australian and global context

GLO8: Global citizenship

Assessment

Assessment Description Student output Grading and weighting
(% total mark for unit)
Indicative due week
Assessment 1: Seminar/Online Exercises 1000 words
or equivalent
30% Information not yet available
Assessment 2: Essay 1600 words
or equivalent
40% Information not yet available
Assessment 3: Research and Writing Exercise 1400 words
or equivalent
30% End-of-unit assessment period 

The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.

Learning resource

The texts and reading list for ASC101 can be found via the University Library.

Note: Select the relevant trimester reading list. Please note that a future teaching period's reading list may not be available until a month prior to the start of that teaching period so you may wish to use the relevant trimester's prior year reading list as a guide only.

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