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.
A-E ratings on mid and end of year reports will be replaced by a 9-point visual scale
Course Overview
You have
‘A’/‘B’ (or ‘C’ in consultation with teachers) in Year 10 Australian Curriculum English.
TASC course
Sociology 3
May lead to
Undertaking other Level 3 courses in the Humanities and Behavioural Sciences.
Pathway to further study at university leading to a career in law, journalism, nursing, the police, teaching, the armed services, the public service, welfare, business, or general research.
