Foundations of Sociological Thought 2025-26

In course navigates through the Development of Sociological theory . The course delves into the evolutionary, structural-functional, conflict, and interactionist perspectives, laying the groundwork for understanding macro and micro theories. As students’ progress, they explore the emergence of sociological perspectives through influential figures like Saint Simon, August Comte, Herbert Spencer, and Emile Durkheim, gaining insights into the development of academic sociology. Additionally, the practical component includes hands-on activities such as debates, panel discussions, and exhibitions, enhancing their grasp of sociological paradigms.


Methodology and Perspectives of Social Science

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Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the students will be able to:

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1

Understand the origins of social sciences

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PSO2

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Understand the differences between social science and other fields of knowledge

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PSO1

3

Understand the epistemological issues in social science

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PSO3

4

Explain the works of two key Indian social science researchers


SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

1 Understand the basics of social psychology 

 2 Understand the various methodological tools used in social psychology 

3 Understand the various kinds of interaction between individuals 

4 Understand the causes behind human behavior

SOCIETY, ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN RIGHTS



course outcome
course outcome  Expected Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the students will be able to cognitive level  
CO1  understand Major concepts on environment   UNDERSTAND 
co2  analyze Role of individual to protect environment ANALYZE 
 CO3  examine Major sociological approach in environmental studies   EXAMINE 
 CO4  Familiarize major concepts on human rights  UNDERSTAND 
 CO5  Compare human rights and fundamental rights  UNDERSTAND 
 CO6  Analyze various realms of human rights violation  ANALYZE 


Methodology and Perspectives of Social Sciences

1 Understand the origins of social sciences 

2 Understand the differences between social science and other fields of knowledge 

3 Understand the epistemological issues in social science 

4 Explain the works of two key Indian social science researchers

CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL THEORIES


course outcome
course outcome  Expected Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the students will be able to:  Cognitive level 
CO1 To understand theoretical concepts in modern sociology  understand 
CO2  To explain modern theoretical contributions in sociology understand 
CO3 To familiarize with various theorists in modern sociology  understand 




INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY

1 Understand the origins of the discipline of sociology 
2 Understand the contemporary relevance of the discipline of sociology
3 Understand basic sociological concepts
4 Evaluate contemporary factors of change in modern societies

Sociology of Culture

Understand the sociological concept of culture 
 2 Understand the origins of culture
3 Understand the major methods of studying culture
4 Understand and analyze the factors leading to cultural change 
 5 Critique the various theories of socio-cultural evolution
6 Understand contemporary cultural issues

CLASSICAL SOCIOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES

course is offering for third semester students 

Expected Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course the students will be able to: 

CO1-Understand the various theories of founding fathers of Sociology 

CO2- Analyse the basic theoretical perspectives in Sociology 

CO3 -Evaluate the different theoretical perspectives and enable to know its scope  

CO4 -Evaluate the theorist’s contribution to the emergence of Sociology 

CO5- Understand the development of academic Sociology 

CO6- Understand the development of Individualistic Methodology in Sociology 

 CO7- Identify the basic divisions in Sociological Theories