2SOC - Level 2 Sociology of Deviance
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss R. Queree, Ms A. King.
The study of deviant behaviour is one of the most interesting but complex areas of sociology.
It teaches us that none of us are quite as 'normal' as we might like to think we are.
It also helps us to see that people whose behaviour might appear odd can be viewed as rational beings when we understand why they act as they do.
The study of deviance, like other areas of sociology, directs our attention to social power, gender, race /ethnicity and social class.
This helps us to explain why some people conform to social rules or norms, and why some people do not.
We use case studies that cover cults, bodybuilding, moral panics, football hooliganism and sociological theories that explain deviance.
This course is highly recommended for those wishing to take Level 3 Criminology.
Recommended Prior Learning
10 Level 1 credits achieved in one Social Science course or English.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
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NZQA Info
Examine sociological theories
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Examine a social structure
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Examine a social process
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Social Studies 2.1 - Demonstrate understanding of conflict(s) arising from different cultural beliefs and ideas
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Social Studies 2.2 - Conduct a reflective social inquiry