1SOC - Level 1 Sociology
1SOC Course Description Recommended Prior LearningAchievement in Year 10 Social Studies and English literacy assessments.
Sociology is the study of people, societies and social groups. The aim of Sociology is to understand and explain aspects of social behaviour and relationships. Topics covered in Year 11 Sociology include:
Socialisation - How do we become members of the society we live in?
Gender - What is gender? How do we learn it? How is gender challenged and reinforced in popular culture?
Social Media - Carry out an Inquiry on the impact social media has had on modern society.
Social Action - Carry out a Social Action to address a current issue in our society.
Protest Movements - How has the Black Lives Matter movement attempt to address the issue of racism?
Learning Areas:
NCEA Level 1 Courses, Social Sciences
Pathway Career Pathways
Archivist, Librarian, Journalist, Communications Professional, Youth Worker, Advertising Specialist, Sales and Marketing Manager, Recruitment Consultant, Marketing Specialist, Counsellor, Solicitor, Community Development Worker, Social Worker, Psychotherapist, Career Consultant, Barrister, Legal Executive, Judge, Police Officer, Psychologist, Corrections Officer, Security Officer/Guard, Probation Officer, Case Manager, Epidemiologist, Actuary, Statistician, Economist, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryA device is highly recommended