Program Overview

Introduction to SOC226 Rural Sociology

This subject provides an introduction to the sociological study of rural places, and the everyday lives of people who live and work in rural areas. Through specific emphasis on Australia, the subject examines the diverse meanings attached to the rural, the influence of different ideas and policy approaches in shaping the social and economic structure of rural areas, and the challenges and prospects for rural people and places in a globalising world.

Subject Information

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

This subject is offered by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Incompatible Subjects

The subject SSC503 is incompatible with SOC226 Rural Sociology.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• Be able to recognise the processes, institutions and policy approaches that shape the social organisation of rural life.
• Be able to explain the implications of social and environmental change for rural people and places.
• Be able to understand the different frameworks through which sociologists and human geographers make sense of rural places and issues.
• Be able to demonstrate skills in the written presentation of an argument, including the ways in which sociologists incorporate and acknowledge the ideas of other writers.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Locating 'the Rural'
• Rural Economies and Livelihoods
• Rural Communities - Restructuring and Renewal
• Globalisation, Risk and the Governance of Rural Spaces

Note

The information contained in the university handbook was accurate at the date of publication. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.