Code | Name of the Course Unit | Semester | In-Class Hours (T+P) | Credit | ECTS Credit |
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SOS381 | SOCIOLOGY OF CONSUMPTION AND SAVINGS | 5 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
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Summarizes the emergence and development of the consumer society. |
Relates the concept of consumption with identity, fashion, free time and culture. |
Develops a sociological perspective on the meaning of consumption in daily life. |
Criticizes the concept of consumption culture by using the perspective brought by sociology to the concept of consumption. |
Argues about the possibilities of saving within the framework of sustainability by comprehending the relationship between saving and consumption. |