Sociology of the City (SOCY2340)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2016
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Social Science School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Internal
Class hours
3 Contact hours
Assessment methods
Online wiki contribution, essay and exam
Course enquiries
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
| Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
| Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
This course draws on classic and contemporary sociological theories to examine the dimensions of urban change, both in Australia and globally. Topics include the social origins of the modern city, megacities, the postmodern city, suburbanisation, gentrification and the emergence of private or gated communities.
