SOCI30009 Living in a Risk Society

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is SOCI30009 hard?

SOCI30009: About average. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Why risk and uncertainty matter so much in modern life, from shifting work and families to tech and disasters.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 13%, Reports and essays 88%

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Quick answers

When is SOCI30009 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking SOCI30009?
No prerequisites.
Does SOCI30009 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 13%, Reports and essays 88%.
How many class hours a week does SOCI30009 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take SOCI30009 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate SOCI30009?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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