Get Set for Sociology

Informationen zum Autor Ian McIntosh and Samantha Punch Klappentext For students already studying or interested in sociology at school or college, this book will provide a concise but comprehensive learning aid. It covers core topics taught in most sociology degrees and the transferable skills that students will gain from the study of sociology and guidance on future employment and careers.Part One concentrates on defining sociology, introducing key concepts and looking at sociology as an academic subject. It includes a discussion of the classical tradition in sociology, sociological theory and research methods. Part Two explores sociological understandings of social change, social problems and social divisions within contemporary society. Part Three tackles the study skills needed at university level and addresses issues such as lectures and workshops; writing skills; essays and examinations. It also provides a glossary of key terms to be found in sociology. Zusammenfassung For students who have never studied Sociology before! this book will give an idea of what to expect. For students already studying Sociology at school or college! it will provide a concise but comprehensive learning aid.

Product details

• Authors: Ian McIntosh, Ian Punch Mcintosh, Samantha Punch
• Publisher: Edinburgh University Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 29.07.2005
• EAN: 9780748620197
• ISBN: 978-0-7486-2019-7
• No. of pages: 224
• Series: Get Set for University; Get Set for University
• Subjects: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics; Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general)