Program Overview

Programmes

The University of Hong Kong offers various programmes through its Department of Sociology.

Undergraduate

• Criminology Major/Minor
• Media & Cultural Studies Major/Minor
• Sociology Major/Minor

Taught Postgraduate

• MSocSc Criminology
• MSocSc Media, Culture & Creative Cities
• MSocSc Sociology

MPhil / PhD Sociology

The Department of Sociology also offers research-based programmes, including MPhil and PhD in Sociology.

Research

The Department of Sociology is involved in various research projects and clusters, including:

• Research Projects
• Research Clusters
• Centre for Criminology
• Global Society and Sustainability Lab

Courses

The Department offers a range of courses, including:

Introduction to Sociology

Course Description

Sociology is a systematic and critical study of human social life, groups, and societies. This introductory course aims to provide students with key sociological concepts and perspectives to examine the intricate interplay between individuals and society. Topics include culture and norms, socialization and social interactions, social order and social structure, sex and gender, family and intimate relationships, deviance and crime, social stratification and inequality, mass media and information society, and globalization.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of what sociology is
2. Identify key sociological questions and current social issues in understanding contemporary societies
3. Apply sociological concepts and perspectives in analyzing everyday lives and current issues
4. Develop critical thinking in comprehending society

Assessment

Required Reading

• Giddens, A. and Sutton, P.W. 2013. Sociology, 7th edition, Cambridge: Polity.

Recommended Reading

• Haralabmos, M. and M. Holborn. 2008. Sociology: Themes and Perspectives. HarperColins.
• Henslin, J.M. 2012. Sociology: A Down-to-earth Approach. Pearson.
• Macionis, J. 2010. Sociology. Prentice Hall.
• Schaefer, R.T. 2012. Sociology. McGraw-Hill.
• Corteau. 2018. Experience Sociology. McGraw-Hill.
• McCormack. 2018. Discovering Sociology. MacMillan.