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551-0621-00L 2 Credits

Introduction to Sociology: Sociological Theories I

E in die Soziologie: Soziologische Theorien I

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Peter-Ulrich Merz-Benz
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 14:59:31

Abstract

This course of lectures provides a historical and systematic introduction to the most important sociological theories from the beginning of sociology up to the Second World War: Theory of Community and Society (Ferdinand Tönnies); „Faits sociales“ (Emile Durkheim); The Forms of “Vergesellschaftung” (Georg Simmel); Theory of Social Action (Max Weber); Structure of Social Action (Talcott Parsons).

General Information

Language
German
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 30 minutes

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture E in die Soziologie: Soziologische Theorien I
Rämistr. 69, Raum 106**Kurs an der UNI Zürich**
  • Tue 10:00-12:00
2 h weekly

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