Introduction

This course looks at identity, focusing upon the individual's perception of self in relation to others; the relationships between multi-ethnicity, cultural diversity and identity; and the effects of inequality and social class upon identity. It also looks at inequality and social class as they relate to perceived identity. This course provides a sample of Level 1 study in Sociology.

Course learning outcomes

After studying this course, you should be able to:

• Provide a definition of identity
• Recognize how gender and socio-economic categories such as class can be used as a source of identity
• Discuss social structures in terms of gender, class and nation.