This course explores the complexities of contemporary society through the lens of various social theories. It aims to equip future social workers with a comprehensive understanding of the societal structures and dynamics they will encounter in their professional practice and beyond. The course emphasizes critical analysis, application of theories to real-world issues, and the development of a nuanced sociological perspective. Students will engage in discussions and case studies with different current social theories ranging from work to postcolonial studies. 1. Sociology of work 2. Sociology of identity and lifestyles 3. Consumer culture: history and characteristics 4. Sociology of consumption 5. Consumerism, subcultures and alternative lifestyles 6. Globalisation and cosmopolitanism 7. Anthropocene and global climate catastrophe 8. Civil society 9. Postcolonial studies
- Učitel: Zuzana Bártová