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Department of Sociology and Communication
Programme: Szabadon választható tárgyak
Subject Role: Szabadon választható
Recommended semester: 0
Objectives
The aim of the course is to acquaint students at the beginning of their education with the basic concepts, methods, and main topics of sociology, with special emphasis on topics important for their future architectural careers.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
- Solid knowledge of the basic conceptual vocabulary of social research
Ability
- Openness to acquire new sectors of knowledge and ability to effectively acquire them
Attitude
- Openness to social change, awareness of the historical and social embeddedness of cultural processes and institutions
Autonomy and responsibility
- Self-reflexivity and openness to critical arguments
Methodology of teaching
lecturing
Materials supporting learning
- A tantárgy elvégzéshez szükséges oktatási anyagok, szakirodalom a kurzus moodle-oldaláról érhető el a hallgatóknak (edu.gtk.bme.hu) – Books, notes, downloadable materials (edu.gtk.bme.hu)
General Rules
félévközi zárthelyi teszt
Performance evaluation methods
midterm tests
Proportion of performance evaluations performed during the diligence period in the rating
- midterm tests: 100
Proportion of examination elements in the rating
- :
The condition for obtaining the signature, validity of the signature
Órák rendszeres látogatása
Grading
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 91 |
| Very good | 80-90 |
| Good | 70-79 |
| Satisfactory | 60-69 |
| Pass | 40-59 |
| Fail | < 40 |
Correction and retake
Retakes and make-ups are regulated by the University’s Code on Education and Examination.
Study work required to complete the course
| Work type | Amount of work hours |
|---|---|
| class attendance | 28 |
| prep. for assessment | 32 |
| total | 60 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Topics discussed during the semester
1. Sociological approach, modernization; 2. Social science research; 3. Socialization; 4. Social interaction; 5. Norms, rules, deviance; 6. Mass and behavior; 7. Lifestyle, culture and religion; 8. Groups, organizations; 9. State and society; 10. Local governments; 11. Globalization; 12. Slums and ghettos; 13. Gentrification, suburbanization; 14. Demographic challenges and social transformation.
| Topics of lectures |
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Lecturers participating in teaching
| Name | Rank | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Kocsis János Balázs | egyetemi docens | kocsis.janos@gtk.bme.hu |