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Sociology
Gender Studies Stream
available under Sociology
ABOUT SOCIOLOGY
Location:
Caulfield
and Clayton
Available as:
Major, Minor or
as elective units
From our students
"Sociology has opened up a new
field of insight to which I was not
previously exposed. It involves
looking at people and studying how
different aspects of life are viewed or
change within different cultures. I
have been able to study a range
of issues, such as health, gender,
sexuality, education and youth. In
each of these fields, we have looked
at different models and theories
underpinning them, as well as their
relevance in society and how this
can affect individuals and groups."
Kelly Anderson
Current Student
Sociologists investigate the key social and global issues of our time.
We focus on diverse communities, cultures, and processes of change.
We examine class, gender, ethnicity, power and culture to understand
how societies work and how social problems can be solved. Our units
are designed to provide students with the opportunity to explore broad
theoretical and methodological issues.
Why choose Sociology?
»» Cultural diversity and identity
Sociology is a versatile major. It provides core
skills if you are working towards a career in
social policy, social research or journalism.
Upon completion you will be able to analyse
and compare social processes and hold a
deep understanding of social change and policy.
You will also be able to critically assess major
sociological perspectives and apply them to
pressing issues in today’s society. As Monash
Sociology is one of the largest and highly
ranked sociology programs in Australia, you
will be taught by leaders in the discipline.
»» Sexuality and society
How to study Sociology
Within Sociology you have a choice: you can
complete a general major in Sociology, complete
a minor or choose sociology units as electives
within your degree. There is also a Gender
Studies stream, which after your first year you
may want to move into. This is recommended
if you would like to learn more about issues
regarding gender, equality, feminism and sexuality.
What are some topics Sociology explores?
For more information:
future.arts.monash.edu/
ug-sociology
In your first year you will take introductory units
for both the sociology major and the gender
studies stream. These are:
»» Introduction to sociology
AREAS OF STUDY
»» The individual and society
After your first year, you can choose to major
in sociology or move into the Gender Studies
streams. Here are some of our units:
Sociology Major
»» Social research methods
»» Contemporary issues in social
science research
»» Youth, culture and social change
»» Environment and society
»» Sex and the media
»» Families, relationships and society
»» Global consumption
»» Gender, theory and society
»» Men, masculinity and society
»» Critical social psychology
»» Population and society
Gender Studies Stream
»» Gender, theory and society
»» Sex and the media
»» Sexuality and society
»» Families, relationships and society
»» Global consumption
»» Men, masculinity and society
Career prospects
Sociologists develop a wide variety of careers
such as: policy analysts, social researchers,
market researchers, social planners,
community workers and case managers.
Common destinations where our graduates
find employment include:
»» The federal and Victorian public service
(e.g. the Department of Families, Housing,
Community Services and Indigenous affairs),
»» Research organisations (e.g. the Australian
Bureau of Statistics, The Australian Institute
of Family Studies)
»» Social welfare organisations (e.g.
Brotherhood of St Laurence, Vision Australia)
»» NGOs both locally and overseas
Major in
Sociology
MONASH
ARTS 2016
Students completing a major in Sociology must complete eight units (48 points) which comprise
Year 01 /
Gateway Unit
Two first-year
gateway units
(12 points)
ATS1365
Introduction to
sociology
Year 02 /
Cornerstone Unit
At least one secondyear cornerstone unit
(6 points), chosen
from:
ATS2560
Gender, theory
and society
ATS2723
Social research
methods
Year 02 /
Electives
ATS2561
Sex and the media
ATS2563
Global consumption
Reminder: at least
three units (18 points)
must be completed at
third year level.
ATS2718
Families, relationships
and society
ATS2727
Men, masculinity and
society
ATS2716
Cultural diversity
and identity
Year 03 /
Capstone Unit
At least one third-year
capstone unit
(6 points), chosen
from:
ATS3852
Contemporary
issues in social
science research
ATS3725
Population
and society
Year 03 /
Electives
ATS3638
Global childhoods:
Children’s rights,
welfare and mobility
ATS3715
Sexuality and society
ATS3717
Health, culture
and society
A minimum of three
units (18 points) m
ust
be completed at thirdyear level.
CRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008C
+
ATS1366
The individual
and society
ATS2720
Youth, culture and
social change
ATS3730
Environment
and society
ATS3726
Critical social
psychology
artsonline.monash.edu.au
Major in Sociology
(Gender Studies Stream)
MONASH
ARTS 2016
Students completing a major in the Gender Studies Stream must c
omplete eight units (48 points) which comprise
Year 01 /
Gateway Unit
Two first-year gateway
units (12 points)
ATS1365
Introduction to
sociology
Year 02 /
Cornerstone Unit
One second-year
cornerstone unit
(6 points)
ATS2560
Gender, theory
and society
Year 02 /
Electives
ATS2561
Sex and the media
ATS2718
Families, relationships
and society
Year 03 /
Capstone Unit
One third-year
capstone unit
(6 points):
ATS3852
Contemporary
issues in social
science research
Year 03 /
Electives
ATS3638
Global childhoods:
Children’s rights,
welfare and mobility
ATS3715
Sexuality and society
Reminder: at least
three units (18 points)
must be completed at
third year level.
A minimum of three
units (18 points) must
be completed at thirdyear level.
CRICOS Provider: Monash University 00008C
+
ATS1366
The individual
and society
ATS2727
Men, masculinity
and society
ATS2563
Global consumption
artsonline.monash.edu.au