Theories of Modernity - SOC222
Modernity is characterised by a number of specific developments such as: democracy, capitalism, industrialism, nationalism, individualism and bureaucratisation. These are partly antagonistic, partly complementary tendencies. In this unit we will be examining these diverse trends through the prism of a range of classical theories of modern society. We will consider from among the following: Marx, Nietzsche, Weber, Durkheim, Mead, the Frankfurt School and Foucault. None of these has the key but we suggest that all remain a vital source of illumination into tendencies and potentials of the contemporary world.
Credit Points: | 3 |
When Offered: | S1 Day - Session 1, North Ryde, Day S1 External - Session 1, External (On-campus dates: None) |
Staff Contact(s): | Associate Professor Pauline Johnson |
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NCCW(s): | SOC232 |
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Assessed As: | Graded |
Offered By: | Department of Sociology Faculty of Arts |
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