Sociology, full time,second grade (S2-SC)

Knowledge: The graduate knows and understands:

• K_W01: the fundamental concepts of selected subfields of sociology (e.g., sociology of the family, health, work, religion, economy, education, etc.).
• K_W02: the existence of theoretical and methodological debates in contemporary sociology, and maintains a reflective and critical attitude towards various perspectives.
• K_W03: in-depth knowledge of social structures, selected social institutions, and their mutual relations.
• K_W04: a reflective and critical approach to the issue of social stratification and social inequalities.
• K_W05: in-depth knowledge of the types of social bonds and the mechanisms for maintaining collective order.
• K_W06: in-depth knowledge of cultural diversity and its transformations, cultural identity, as well as intercultural interaction and communication.
• K_W07: in-depth knowledge of selected methods and techniques of social research, including their limitations, specificity, and areas of application.
• K_W08: the importance of a reflective and critical approach to social research results, analyses, and research procedures.
• K_W09: how to plan and execute complex quantitative and qualitative empirical research; is aware of the methodological consequences of research choices.
• K_W10: in-depth knowledge of the major international and national sociological research relating to selected areas of social reality or selected subdisciplines of sociology.
• K_W11: in-depth knowledge of the norms and rules that organize social structures and institutions.
• K_W12: in-depth knowledge of the functioning and management of various types of organizations.
• K_W13: a reflective and critical approach to interpreting processes occurring in Polish and global society, as well as their consequences for social attitudes and institutions.
• K_W14: in-depth knowledge of the assumptions and propositions of selected historical and contemporary sociological theories.
• K_W15: a reflective and critical approach to choosing a specific theoretical perspective.

Skills: The graduate is able to:

• K_U01: identify the causes and predict the potential consequences of past and current social events; formulate critical judgements on current and past social events.
• K_U02: critically select information and materials necessary for academic work, using various sources (in the native language and a foreign language at the B2+ level) and utilizing modern technologies.
• K_U03: independently formulate and verify judgements on the causes of selected social processes and phenomena.
• K_U04: use theoretical categories and research methods to describe and analyze social and cultural changes in contemporary societies, as well as their consequences.
• K_U05: plan and conduct social research using advanced quantitative and qualitative methods and techniques of sociological research.
• K_U06: use advanced features of at least one computer software package designed for data analysis.
• K_U07: formulate an in-depth assessment of actions taken to solve specific social problems, based on possessed knowledge and analytical skills.
• K_U08: interpret the role of culture in the functioning of the individual and society.
• K_U09: identify the connection between an academic text read and the problems of social life and their investigation.
• K_U10: prepare a presentation on a selected topic or research project in Polish and in a foreign language at the B2+ level, including the use of new technologies.

Social Competences: The graduate is ready to:

• K_K01: initiate, plan, organize, and manage the work of a task force/project team.
• K_K02: initiate and actively participate in social projects.
• K_K03: collect, search for, synthesize, and critically evaluate information regarding social phenomena, including data obtained from the Internet.
• K_K04: support proposed theses with arguments, using scientific evidence.
• K_K05: undertake independent activities in the public interest or for personal development.
• K_K06: seek new methods and sources to supplement knowledge and improve professional skills.
• K_K07: independently determine directions for personal growth and continuing education.
• K_K08: demonstrate awareness of ethical dilemmas associated with the work of a sociologist.
• K_K09: maintain openness to different theoretical and methodological perspectives in social research.
• K_K10: take responsibility for designed and executed tasks.

The graduate has achieved the learning outcomes defined for the degree programme established by Resolution No. 50 of the Senate of the University of Warsaw of 19 March 2025, amending Resolution No. 414 of 8 May 2019 on degree programmes in Sociology (Monitor of the University of Warsaw, 2019, item 190, as amended):
Knowledge: the graduate knows and understands:
K_W01 the methodology of research and the terminology of the discipline of sociology at an advanced level;

K_W02 the social nature of relationships between individuals, groups and social institutions at an advanced level;

K_W03 the theses and findings of the most important national and international sociological studies, as well as the directions of development of the discipline, at an advanced level;

K_W04 the assumptions and propositions of the major contemporary sociological theories and the current state of sociological debate, at an advanced level;

K_W05 the processes taking place in Polish society and globally, as well as their impact on social attitudes and institutions in the context of fundamental contemporary challenges, at an advanced level;

K_W06 the basic concepts and principles relating to the protection of intellectual property and copyright;

K_W07 the basic concepts and principles relating to entrepreneurship.
Skills: the graduate is able to:
K_U01 apply sociological terms and categories to conduct in-depth analyses of complex problems affecting contemporary Polish and global society;

K_U02 critically select and interpret information necessary for conducting original sociological analyses, drawing on a variety of sources (in their native language and in a foreign language at B2+ level), and using modern information and communication technologies;

K_U03 design and conduct social research using advanced quantitative and qualitative methods appropriate to a given research problem, as well as propose innovative approaches to exploring other selected research problems;

K_U04 present the results of their research to various audiences, including through the use of new technologies;

K_U05 engage in debate by proposing topics, substantiating arguments and sharing their knowledge with reference to academic literature in sociology and related disciplines;

K_U06 use a foreign language at B2+ level, as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), employing sociological terminology;

K_U07 cooperate effectively with members of a project team, taking on various roles within the team, including that of team leader;

K_U08 engage in lifelong learning, update their knowledge, develop and expand their professional skills, and support others in doing so.
Social competences: the graduate is prepared to:
K_S01 critically assess academic and public debates in the field of sociology, as well as their own participation in such debates, including recognising the importance of scientific evidence and the role of experts in the process of knowledge creation and implementation;

K_S02 inspire, initiate and participate in the process of designing and evaluating sociological research, including developing, presenting and implementing their own solutions;

K_S03 initiate and inspire activities in the public interest by applying sociological knowledge and skills, and organise social initiatives;

K_S04 observe and promote professional ethics, respect intellectual property rights and uphold the dignity of individuals participating in the research process;

K_S05 contribute to the advancement of knowledge and participate in the academic life of the sociological community.