Sport in Society

This subject is not offered in 2015.

170 hours

Sociology at Level 1

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Sport is a prominent social institution that many people engage with and participate in on a daily basis. Although sport is often taken for granted as mere entertainment or recreation, sociological studies attest that sport and society are embedded. This subject thus examines sport and physical activity through a sociological lens, addressing how sport shapes society and how society shapes sport. It draws on a variety of theoretical and methodological perspectives to study the critical social processes that inform the nature of contemporary sport. On completion of this subject students will have a deeper knowledge of contemporary sociological approaches to sport and physical activity; have an ability to critically evaluate how various social institutions inform how different people in society engage with sport; and have knowledge of the policies and practices governing national and international sport.

On completion of this subject students should:

• Be able to critically examine relationships between sport and everyday life, including patterns of social diversity and inequality, as they relate to those who manage, participate, and consume sport;

• Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of contemporary sociological approaches to sport and physical activity;

• Demonstrate an ability to apply sociological theories, concepts and evidence in the analysis of policies and practices that inform sport and its governance at the local, national and international levels;

• Communicate sociological principles and knowledge effectively using written formats.

A reflective Essay of 1000 words (25%) due mid-semester, a tutorial journal of 1000 words (25%) due at the end of semester, and a research essay of 2000 words (50%) due in the examination period.

Hurdle Requirement: This subject has a minimum Hurdle Requirement of 75% tutorial attendance. Regular participation in tutorials is required.

Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked. All pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.

A subject reader will be available

This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses:

• Bachelor of Biomedicine
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Environments
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Science

You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.