Sociology (1cr)

Objectives

Objective of course
The students know the sociological perspective in social and health care issues. They know the structures of society, social institutes and institution and understand how humans are associated with and within these systems. Students learn the influence of social factors and changes on human behaviour and functional capability as well as their connection to health and sickness. Students know sociology as a science.

Course contents
Introduction to sociology as a social science
Review of sociology from classic sociology to co
temporary sociological research
Sociological perspective with respect to social and
health care issues
Structures and institutions of society as factors
influencing human activity and behaviour
Modern society from a sociological perspective

Teaching methods
Lectures
Written assignments
Discussions

Assessment methods
Written, graded examination / assignment