SOCI 2011 - Consumption, Work and the Self II

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2022

The contemporary focus on the individual as distinct from society is one of the hallmarks of post-industrial western societies. The ways in which young people are increasingly invited to imagine and construct their identity through consumption as opposed to other aspects of the self, such as work, community relations or ethical beliefs is a particular concern of the course. This is an applied course which examines new and emerging theories, practices and experiences of consumption, work and identity and how they relate to current debates around citizenship in the broader context. Students will focus on examples drawn from advertising and the rhetoric of capitalism, personal self-presentation and development, lifestyle marketing, financial aspirations, regulation of work, the music industry and urban living. Students will be required to undertake a textual or discourse analysis as part of the applied component of the course. They will also be required to undertake a critical reflection of their own experiences of work and consumption.

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Course Details

Course Code	SOCI 2011
Course	Consumption, Work and the Self II
Coordinating Unit	Sociology, Criminology and Gender Studies
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	At least 12 units of Level I undergraduate study
Incompatible	GWSI 2002, GWSI 3002, GWSI 2100/EX, GSSA 2100/EX, GSSA 3003/EX, SOCI 2011EX, SOCI 3009/EX
Assessment	Minor research exercise 25%, Major research exercise 45%, Class attendance and Participation 10%, Online Quizzes 20%

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Dee Michell

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

1	Recognise key socioliological theorists, concepts, debates and social research methods used to explore ideas and practices around consumption, work and identity.
2	Locate, analyse and critique academic literature in relation to consumption and work
3	Evaluate media representations of consumption and work in relation to academic literature
4	Work collaboratively in small groups to examine and appraise contemporary consumption and work practices
5	Plan and conduct a research project.
6	Write logical, sustained and coherent arguments based on evidence and considering a range of sociological perspectives

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Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1,2
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2,3,4
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	4
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	3,4,5,6
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1,6
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	3,4,5

Learning & Teaching Modes

Throughout the semester students will be required to attend or listen to a 1 hour lecture and attend a 2 hour SGDE each week. The lectures will introduce key terms, relevant theorists and diverse ways of exploring the subject matter. During the seminar students will be required to participate in small group discussions and structured activities designed to cover required reading, consolidate concepts and employ critical thinking skills, examine case studies, and work towards completing their research project.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

6 hours reading per week	72 hours per semester
2 hours research per week	24 hours per semester
2 hours assignment preparation per week	24 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

1	Introduction to the course
2	Identity, Subjectivity, Performativity
3	Learning to Consume
4	Cultural Omnivores and Taste Cultures
5	Online Identities and Quantifying the Self
6	Aesthetic and Emotional Labour
7	Examining Workplaces
8	Invisible work
9	Work/Life Collision and the Work/Spend Cycle
10	Consumption and Class: From Bogans to hipsters
11	Sustainability and Anti-Consumption Movements
12	Where to from here

Specific Course Requirements

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Assessment Summary

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Course Learning Outcome
Minor research exercise	Formative & Summative	25%	1,2,3,6
Major research exercise	Summative	45%	1,2,5,6
Participation	Formative & Summative	10%	1,4
Online Quizzes	Summative	20%	1

Assessment Related Requirements

Students are required to complete all assessment tasks to be eligible to pass this course

Assessment Detail

1000 word research exercise: This assignment will require students to locate and gather evidence from a variety of sources, for example, current television series, print and online media articles, academic literature, reputable sources of statistical information & lecture material. Further instructions will be available on MyUni.

2000 word research project: This assignment will require students to gather data throughout the semester about their own consumption practices, and use this data as part of a small research project. Further evidence will need to be sourced from lectures, academic literature (including that provided in the Reader), and other reputable sources. More detailed instructions will be available on MyUni.

Participation in scheduled activities.

Online quizzes will require students to review the course content regularly during semester and demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts and debates, and a familiarity with theorists discussed throughout the semester.

Submission

No information currently available.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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