Library, A networked computer capable of accessing the internet and running applications such as Blackboard
and Adobe Acrobat.
A Word Processor compatible with Microsoft Word.

Amrozik, I. & Nocella, L. (1998) The Sociology of Social Problems, Cambridge University Press
Cochrane, A. and Talbot, D. (ed) (2008) Security, Crime and Society, Open University
Macionis, J.J. and Plummer, K. (3rd ed.) (2005) Sociology: A Global Introduction. Harlow: Pearson.
Rubington, E and Weinberg, M.S. (1999) (5th.edition) The Study of Social Problems: 7 Perspectives.OUP

This team taught module will be based on flexible learning materials delivered using the Blackboard virtual learning
environment and selected readings. The Blackboard environment will provide a context for:
- Tutors to provide lectures or podcasts on their topic with links to pages of interest and appropriate readings,
problems and questions for discussion.
- Learners to undertake a range of structured activities which may involve, for example, literature searching, engagement with group discussions and commentaries.
- Tutors to seed discussions and provide one to one guidance and advice electronically.
- Learners to access guidance on online resources available via the web and the university's e-learning pages

This team taught e-learning module will examine the notion of a social and political problem in the domestic context drawing on literature of Social Minorities, Citizenship and Community, Crime and Security. The module will approach a series of issues from a multi disciplinary perspective. It will consider a varying list of topics dependent upon currency, staff availability and student responses. For examples topics might include: poverty, in the UK and internationally; refugees and asylum seekers; social control of young people; regulation of cyberspace; impact of changes in media and communication technology; gender related issues including prostitution; social conflict including religious and ethnic; terrorism; discrimination based on gender, religion, sexual preference and levels of ability.

An ESSAY length 2500 WORDS weighted at 100%.