Socjologia makrostruktur społecznych Field of study: Sociology
Programme code: W3-N1SO19.2023

Module name: Socjologia makrostruktur społecznych
Module code: W3-SO-N1-SMAS
Programme code: W3-N1SO19.2023
Semester:
  • winter semester 2025/2026
  • winter semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module is designed to introduce students to the problems of large-scale social structures. Students will be introduced to the basic paradigms and problems in macro-structures. The classes serve to understand the structure and the disputes conducted around it. They show the problem of a conscious choice of theoretical perspective and the consequences of such a decision. They allow you to understand the macro-structural determinants of social phenomena and social processes.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
takes a critical approach to the knowledge at their disposal. Understands the need to continuously expand and improve his/her knowledge of the macrostructural determinants of social processes. Do not shy away from drawing on the knowledge of experts in the macrostructural determinants of social problems. Recognises and uses knowledge from different disciplines that study social structures. Is prepared to change views under the influence of scientific argumentation presented. Understands the need to use their competencies to shape the social environment [K01]
 K01 [3/5] K03 [1/5]
be able to identify, diagnose and forecast social problems and indicate their macro-structural determinants. Can search for information on macrostructural determinants of social problems. [U01]
 U01 [4/5] U02 [5/5] U03 [2/5]
He/she can present their ideas on considering macro-structural determinants of solving social problems. They can publicly present their opinions on society using scientific terminology. Can pose research questions on macrostructural determinants of social problems and communicate the results of their inquiries. [U02]
 U05 [3/5] U06 [4/5] U09 [2/5]
demonstrates an advanced level of knowledge of different types of social structures. Understands the functions performed by their functions and the links between them. They are familiar with fundamental sociological theories explaining the functioning of social structures. social structures [W01]
 W01 [4/5] W02 [5/5] W03 [1/5] W04 [5/5]
knows the theoretical determinants of the basic concepts describing macrostructures. Understands their relationship to the leading field of study [W02]
 W06 [1/5] W07 [3/5] W12 [4/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 16 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Description [a03] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		exam K01 U02 W01 W02
practical classes [02] 16 Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K01 U01 U02 W01 W02
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
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Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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