SOTH20002 Classical Sociological Theory

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is SOTH20002 hard?

SOTH20002: Easier. 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

The founding ideas of sociology, read through thinkers like Marx, Durkheim, Weber, Simmel and Freud.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 70%, Assignments 30%

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Quick answers

When is SOTH20002 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking SOTH20002?
No prerequisites.
Does SOTH20002 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 70%, Assignments 30%.
How many class hours a week does SOTH20002 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take SOTH20002 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.
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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