This free course provides an accessible and lively social science account of contemporary Wales. It introduces key aspects of the economy, society, politics and culture of Wales, providing a wealth of up-to-date evidence that is organised around core social science concepts and theories, to help you make sense of a changing nation.
Course learning outcomes
After studying this course, you should be able to:
understand some key social sciences concepts, e.g. divisions, identities, representation, to provide a broad introduction to social science subjects
understand core concepts of how post-war Wales is ordered, governed and subject to social change
understand the diversity, inequalities and differences in Wales and their implications for political movements and identities
use evidence and argument to compare and critique different approaches to understanding contemporary Wales
understand how Social Science concepts and approaches can be used to deconstruct common sense understandings of issues concerning Wales.
A very interesting take on life inside modern Wales in regards to its constantly changing society and long history. As a Welsh native, it was great to learn more about my history which isn't typically taught in most Welsh schools.
An interesting course that covers the pertinent areas that explore Wales as it was at the end of the 20th century to the beginning of the 21st century.The development of aspects of Welsh life is well charted. My main concern is that the course uses the term ‘recent’ and refers to research undertaken in 2008 - some 12 years ago. Perhaps an update is needed.