Sociology

Sociology studies society as a whole. This means that it studies the global, political and economic development of society, as well as the varied conditions, values and identities of the individuals within society. Sociology thus explains the everyday problems of individuals by putting them into a wider social context. Of particular interest is the study and explanation of changes in the current condition of society.

Sociology is a core discipline in social science, whose theories and methods are used within many other disciplines, such as political science and economy. sociology is also divided into sub-disciplines studying parts of society. For example social psychology, cultural sociology, political sociology, economic sociology, and work and organisation sociology.

The opening course provides a general introduction to the field of sociology and then proceeds with the studying of how modern identities, lifestyles and cultures are shaped and formed. In the subsequent courses, you will further explore sociological problems, theories and methods.

Studies in sociology provide particular competence for working with research and evaluation projects; participating in surveys and performing analyses.

Sociology is also offered as courses with a focus on work, organisation and personnel, which may be taken as individual courses or as part of the Bachelor's Programme in Human Resource Management and Working Life. Following a general introduction to sociology, the opening course will introduce the field of work and organisation sociology. The subsequent courses will further explore the problems, theories and methods of management and organisation.