Write an essay of 1500 words (+/- 10%)
Compare and contrast three sociological perspectives on society and analyse their view of crime and deviance
Guidance notes
• Select three sociological perspectives
• Give an account of each of the perspectives
• Demonstrate how the perspectives are similar (compare)
• Demonstrate how the perspectives are different (contrast)
• Be critical of the theories
• Perspectives can be used to criticise each other, use terminology such as, ‘however, whereas’
• Use the same sociological perspectives to discuss their view on role of crime and deviance
• Demonstrate how the perspectives are similar (compare) in their understanding of crime and deviance
• Demonstrate how the perspectives are different (contrast) in their understanding of crime and deviance
• Ensure that the essay is Harvard referenced
• All essays must be submitted via Turnitin before handing in1.1, 2.1
L/O Assessment Criteria Tick when achieved
1 1.1
Compare and contrast three sociological perspectives
2 2.1
Analyse one area of social life using three sociological theories
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