Worlds of Exclusion: Global Social Inequalities
Single subject — no qualification is awarded on completion. Credits toward the qualifications listed below.
This subject is FEE-HELP eligible, so eligible students can defer the $2,174 fee as a government loan and pay nothing upfront.
Fees and funding are indicative only. Confirm your eligibility and final costs with the provider.
About this subject
Individuals may perceive social inequality differently based on their observations, knowledge, and life experiences. What does “social inequality” really mean, and how does it appear and evolve in different societies? Do you wonder why gaps between the rich and poor, along with other social disparities, persist despite technological and societal progress? Are you interested in comparing your views on social inequality with global perspectives or academic insights? This subject provides an opportunity to explore social inequalities and their impacts, and to address equity challenges through sociological and interdisciplinary approaches. You will critically examine diverse inequalities in Australia and globally, addressing issues such as the economic divide, gender inequality, racial biases, social class tensions, unequal access to education, employment, and healthcare, barriers to civic engagement and social mobility, and international divisions and imbalances. You will also investigate how social inequality can be made visible or hidden, using analytical lenses on resource distribution and power dynamics to identify the structural factors influencing these issues. Through real-world examples, case studies, and empirical evidence, this subject will help you navigate the complexities of social inequality and assess whether strategies and policies can effectively reduce disparities and foster inclusion. In addition, it will contribute to advancing academic inquiry and establishing a strong foundation to prepare you for diverse career opportunities.
Worlds of Exclusion: Global Social Inequalities is a standalone subject at La Trobe University in VIC. Completing it does not award a qualification. Credit may apply toward the qualifications listed on this page.
No qualification credit mapping has been indexed for this subject yet. The provider may still grant credit toward a related award — confirm with La Trobe University before enrolling.
La Trobe University is the awarding provider. Recorded study modes are Online. Typical duration is listed as 6 weeks. The subject is listed at 25 credit points. Eligible students may defer fees through FEE-HELP.
Details on this page are compiled from the provider's published subject information and government registers. Fees, intakes and credit rules can change — confirm current details with La Trobe University before enrolling.
Listing facts
- Type
- Single subject
- National code
- LTU-SOC3WOE
- Field of education
- Information technology
- Provider
- La Trobe University
- Credit points
- 25
- Study mode
- Online
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Qualifications listed
- 0
- FEE-HELP
- Eligible
Prerequisites
Prior study required