2023/24 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
SLSP1191 Identities and Inequalities
20 creditsClass Size: 195
Module manager: Dr Claudia Radiven
Email: C.E.Radiven@Leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2023/24
This module is mutually exclusive with
SLSP1190 | Identities, Inequalities and Policy in Contemporary Society |
Module replaces
SLSP1190 Identities, Inequalities and Policy in Contemporary SocietyThis module is approved as a discovery module
Module summary
Students will study identities and social inequalities as foundational dimensions of sociology and social policy, driven by the key research areas in our School. They will engage in contemporary policy debates throughout the module alongside key sociological ideas.Objectives
The module will:- Develop understanding of the main sociological and policy perspectives relating to identities and inequalities
- Support students to contribute to informed sociological and social policy debates about issues relating to identities and social inequalities
- Develop skills in exploring topics covered using sociological concepts and approaches
Learning outcomes
On completion of the module, students will be able to:
1. demonstrate a familiarity with basic concepts, social implications and means of researching social identities and inequalities
2. evaluate the effects of social policies on different social groups
3. evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to analysing inequalities
4. interpret and evaluate the underlying sociological concepts and theories of identity, inequality and social policy;
Syllabus
Students will explore policy and practice relating to identities and social inequalities. We will draw on examples related to our academic areas of expertise, with a strong focus on the lived experience of inequalities. It will engage in ‘myth busting’ on the rhetoric and reality of inequalities in 21st century society, with intersectionality as a key analytical lens.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
On-line Learning | 11 | 1.00 | 0.00 |
Group learning | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
Seminar | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 11.00 | ||
Private study hours | 167.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 22.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students will receive formative feedback during tutorial discussions and at tutor’s open-door hours.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Essay | 1 x 1500 words | 100.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
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