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Sport in Australian Society
Sports & Society Program
Sydney, Australia
Dates: 5/25/23 - 7/8/23
Sport in Australian Society
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: CEA CAPA Sydney Center
Location: Sydney, Australia
Primary Subject Area: Sociology
Instruction in: English
Course Code: SOCY 3356/SDNY 3032
Transcript Source: University of Minnesota
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: None
DESCRIPTION
This course will introduce the role of sports in Australian culture, their historical context through to their importance in today's Australian society. Students will examine the central role of sports in the development of the Australian character and identity; investigate the ways in which they have helped forge, and provide, a focus for Australian nationalism; explore the projection of Australians internationally on the global sporting stage; discuss the role of ethics in sports; and develop an understanding of sports as a reflection of the Australian identity throughout history.