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Sociology

development, work unit (danwei) and household registration system (hukou) in transition,
guanxi in theory and practice, consumer revolution, as well as implications of Chinese
capitalism.

SOC 440 Collective Behaviours and Social Movement
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course enables students to analyse social movement and contentious politics
through a sociological lens. The main objectives of this course are to examine research in the
sociology of contentious politics and to reveal how sociological perspectives can inform our
understanding of state-society dynamics. This course will present a broad spectrum of
theoretical perspectives and research methods employed by sociologists to study social
movement.

SOC 470 Service Learning
1 Term; 3 Credits
Service Learning is an experiential course that combines stated learning goals with
meaningful community service in ways that enhance both student growth and the common
good. It combines social service with sociological study and reflection to broaden students’
social horizon and knowledge. Learning occurs through a cycle of engagement and reflection
to connect what students have learned in the classroom with real life lessons learned through
service to the community. This course is designed for Year 2 to 3 Sociology students. As part
of this course students must successfully complete a placement of 100 to 120 hours in a NGO
under co-supervision from a Field Supervisor and an Academic Supervisor.

SOC 490 Work Placement
1 Term; 3 Credits
Work Placement is an experiential course offered by the Department of Sociology in
conjunction with social and business enterprises. The course aims to maximize learning
opportunities for students through hands-on experience in dealing with real world issues and
contexts. It combines engagement in the daily operation of a social or commercial enterprise
and reflection on what they have experienced using the tools and concepts of sociology. The
course is designed for Year 3 to 4 Sociology students. Students must successfully complete a
placement for 100 to 120 hours in an enterprise under a co-supervision from a Workplace
Supervisor and an Academic Supervisor.

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