Introduction to Sociology

All human beings are born and raised up in society. This means that understanding of society is paramount in understanding individual human beings and their problems. Therefore, the study of sociology is of great importance in this regard. In this course the students will go through the definition of sociology and a historical development of the field. They will specifically look at the different sociological concepts and major theories, their definitions and meanings, and their applicability in understanding contemporary societies and situations. A critical approach will be used to analyze all these sociological concepts and theories.