LYTS509 Theory, Sport and Society (4 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences
Curriculum periods:
2017-2018, 2018-2019, 2019-2020
Description
Content
Range of theoretical perspectives, key concepts, theories, and readings within different sociological traditions.
Completion methods
Lectures 20 hours, reading assignments
Assessment details
Lecture examination 50 %, book examination 50%
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, student is able to
- identify the range and structure of sociological theory and to explore how theory has been applied to the study of sport
- understand, by applying sociological concepts, together with theories and evidence, the relationship between sport, culture and society
- demonstrate a sociological imagination based on relevant theoretical, conceptual and methodological skills
- apply knowledge, concepts and methodological skills to a variety of sport issues, problems and interactions
- identify the range and structure of sociological theory and to explore how theory has been applied to the study of sport
- understand, by applying sociological concepts, together with theories and evidence, the relationship between sport, culture and society
- demonstrate a sociological imagination based on relevant theoretical, conceptual and methodological skills
- apply knowledge, concepts and methodological skills to a variety of sport issues, problems and interactions
Additional information
2nd year autumn
Study materials
To be announced during the lectures
Literature
- Tomlinson, A. (ed.). 2007. The Sport Studies Reader. Routledge. London. (470 p.)
Completion methods
Method 1
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Parts of the completion methods
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