SOC102 Introduction to Sociology
SOC102 Introduction to Sociology
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Political Science and International Relations
Mustafa Krupalija
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
Sociology is a rich and diverse discipline in the social sciences. The course is designed to draw on sociological understandings of social life to help them address social problems and understand the world. The unit introduces students to the concepts, theories, approaches used by sociologists to analyze the contemporary social world. In particular, students will learn to apply sociological frameworks to the key debates and dilemmas we face in contemporary life and to examine various patterns of diversity, inequality, and social change in society.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
John J. Macionis. (2017). Sociology. Pearson; Anthony Giddens. (2009). Sociology, Sixth Edition. Polity Press.
Additional Literature
Peter Ratcliffe. 2004. 'Race', Ethnicity, and Difference, Imagining the Inclusive Society. Open University Press. Ozkirimli Umut. 2010. Theories of Nationalism, A Critical Introduction. 3rd ed., Palgrave Macmillan. Andrew Heywood. (2021) Political Ideologies. Red Globe Press. Henry L. Tischler. (2011). Introduction to Sociology.Tenth Edition; Ian Robertson. (1977). Sociology. Worth Publishers.Teaching Methods
This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods such as verbal lecturing
Written assignments
Essays
PPT
Written and verbal exams.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Course Introduction | |
| 2 | The Foundations of Sociology / Expectations and Requirements | Syllabi |
| 3 | The Foundations of Sociology / Sociological Imagination | Macionis (2011). pp. 2 - 54 |
| 4 | The Foundations of Sociology / Sociological Investigation | Macionis (2011). pp. 55 - 85 |
| 5 | The Foundations of Society / Culture | Macionis (2011). pp. 86 - 115 |
| 6 | The Foundations of Society / Society | Macionis (2011). pp. 116 - 138 |
| 7 | The Foundations of Society / Socialization | Macionis (2011). pp. 139 - 162 |
| 8 | Midterm Week | |
| 9 | The Foundations of Society - Social Interaction in Everyday Life | Macionis (2011). pp. 163 - 185 |
| 10 | The Foundations of Society / Social Groups and Organizations | Macionis (2011). pp. 186 - 209 |
| 11 | Social Inequality / Social Stratification | Macionis (2011). pp. 269 - 291 |
| 12 | Race and Ethnicity | Ratcliffe (2004). pp. 15-2, Ozkirimli (2010). pp. 11-50 |
| 13 | Ideology and Politics | Heywood. (2021). pp 1-18 |
| 14 | Social Institutions / Religion | Macionis (2011). pp. 509 - 536 |
| 15 | Review and Discussion / Final Exam |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOC102.1 | Course | Wednesday 15:00 - 17:50 | A F2.14 - Amphitheater II | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 15:00 | A F1.9 | |
| Friday | 13:00 - 14:00 | A F1.9 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Presentation
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Attendance and Participation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Group Presentation
12 hours ⏳ (2 week × 6 h)
Midterm Exam Study
18 hours ⏳ (6 week × 3 h)
Final Exam Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Quiz
5 hours ⏳ (5 week × 1 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [SOC102] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| SOC102 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 | 0 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | SOC201 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Mustafa Krupalija | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 12:00-15:00 Friday: 13:00-14:00 |
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| mkrupalija@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | Sociology is a rich and diverse discipline in the social sciences. The course is designed to draw on sociological understandings of social life to help them address social problems and understand the world. The unit introduces students to the concepts, theories, approaches used by sociologists to analyze the contemporary social world. In particular, students will learn to apply sociological frameworks to the key debates and dilemmas we face in contemporary life and to examine various patterns of diversity, inequality, and social change in society. | |||||||||
| Textbook | John J. Macionis. (2017). Sociology. Pearson; Anthony Giddens. (2009). Sociology, Sixth Edition. Polity Press. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | This course employs a range of teaching and learning methods such as verbal lecturing, written assignments, essays, PPT, written and verbal exams. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Course Introduction | |||||||||
| Week 2 | The Foundations of Sociology / Expectations and Requirements | Syllabi | ||||||||
| Week 3 | The Foundations of Sociology / Sociological Imagination | Macionis (2011). pp. 2 - 54 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | The Foundations of Sociology / Sociological Investigation | Macionis (2011). pp. 55 - 85 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | The Foundations of Society / Culture | Macionis (2011). pp. 86 - 115 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | The Foundations of Society / Society | Macionis (2011). pp. 116 - 138 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | The Foundations of Society / Socialization | Macionis (2011). pp. 139 - 162 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Midterm Week | |||||||||
| Week 9 | The Foundations of Society - Social Interaction in Everyday Life | Macionis (2011). pp. 163 - 185 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | The Foundations of Society / Social Groups and Organizations | Macionis (2011). pp. 186 - 209 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Social Inequality / Social Stratification | Macionis (2011). pp. 269 - 291 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Race and Ethnicity | Ratcliffe (2004). pp. 15-2, Ozkirimli (2010). pp. 11-50 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Ideology and Politics | Heywood. (2021). pp 1-18 | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Social Institutions / Religion | Macionis (2011). pp. 509 - 536 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Review and Discussion / Final Exam | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Presentation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 | Consult Instructor | |
| Attendance and Participation | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 1 | 10 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | |||
| Group Presentation | 6 | 2 | 12 | Midterm Exam Study | 3 | 6 | 18 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | Quiz | 1 | 5 | 5 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||