Inequalities Across the Divides (L3129B)
Inequalities Across the Divides
Module L3129B
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
Inequality in the 21st century is deeply rooted, all pervasive and ever enduring, adopting new formations as well as cementing decade old divisions and distinctions both within and between communities and countries. This module explores axis of inequalities across the divides (of class, gender, race, boundaries and boarders) both with the UK and globally. It problematises assumptions that hold inequalities as something that essentialised, denied and downplayed and casts light upon the historical, structural, and hierarchical forces that have shaped and make today’s most enduring inequalities. It considers the very question of what is meant by inequality, causes and consequences of inequality, how inequality is lived on the everyday level, the relationality of inequalities and poses the question as to what a more equal word might look like and how it might be achieved.
Full Module Description
Inequality in the 21st century is deeply rooted, all pervasive and ever enduring, adopting new formations as well as cementing decade old divisions and distinctions both within and between communities and countries. This module explores axis of inequalities across the divides (of class, gender, race, boundaries and boarders) both with the UK and globally. It problematises assumptions that hold inequalities as something that essentialised, denied and downplayed and casts light upon the historical, structural, and hierarchical forces that have shaped and make today’s most enduring inequalities. It considers the very question of what is meant by inequality, causes and consequences of inequality, how inequality is lived on the everyday level, the relationality of inequalities and poses the question as to what a more equal word might look like and how it might be achieved.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of sociological (and other) perspectives pertaining to inequality.
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of empirical research on inequality.
Make appropriate use of empirical data and theoretical concepts/frameworks from across the module to produce coherent and detailed work on a topic pertaining to the sociology of inequalities.
Demonstrate an ability to research independently, exercise critical judgement, and write cogently and persuasively 
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio (4000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111011111 |
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Dr Carli Rowell
Convenor
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