Program Overview

Social Theory II (CMII0032)

Key Information

The module is part of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, taught by the Centre for Multidisciplinary and Intercultural Inquiry. It has a credit value of 15. However, it is not available to Affiliate Exchange Students.

Alternative Credit Options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

This module examines the development of modern social theory by looking in detail at the ideas of thinkers such as Kant, Nietzsche, Freud, Adorno, Haraway, and Ahmed. It investigates how these thinkers conceived of society and social change, exploring themes such as inequality, historical materialism and capitalism, civilisation and taboo, cultural diversity, the subject and the social, and democracy. It also explores the methodological and philosophical premises of social theory.

Module Deliveries for 2026/27 Academic Year

The intended teaching term for this module is Term 2, and it is available at the Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7) level.

Teaching and Assessment

• Mode of study: In person
• Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
• Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other Information

• Number of students on module in previous year: 6
• Module leader: Mr Reinier Van Straten

Important Information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2026/27 academic session. Information in the catalogue is subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2026/27 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model. Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed timed assessments and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.