This course investigates social life and the way it shapes people’s behaviour, beliefs and identity. Its subject matter ranges from examination of the face-to-face interactions of daily life to large-scale social institutions, social movements and global processes. By understanding the social world, we gain a better understanding of ourselves and our own social situations. You will be introduced to the main concepts, themes and perspectives of Sociology, including key theoretical approaches and methods of research. During this course students will deal with theoretical perspectives in sociology, research methods, and issues in social identity and diversity.