Sociological theory subjects from previous courses, in particular the subject of Great Streams in the Development of Sociological Theory and Classical Sociological Theory.

Knowledge of the main developments in contemporary sociological theory, including the identification of key authors and theoretical trends that have made significant contributions to its evolution. As a result of this learning process, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the most important transformations in contemporary sociological thought.

K1: To know the principles and values of democracy and sustainable development, in particular, respect for human rights and fundamental rights, gender equality and non-discrimination, the principles of universal accessibility and climate change. K2: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. K3: To know the social and political processes and institutions of each area of knowledge K4: To know the history of sociological theory and its main schools up to the present day. K5: To know the basic components of cultural differences and social inequalities. K9: Understand and synthesize the plurality of approaches and concepts of the subdisciplines linked to sociology. S1: To know of basic humanistic contents, oral and written expression, following ethical principles and completing a multidisciplinary training profile. S2: Use information interpreting relevant data avoiding plagiarism, and in accordance with the academic and professional conventions of the area of study, being able to assess the reliability and quality of such information. S3: Identify and apply interpersonal skills on responsibility, negotiation and emotional intelligence. S5: Develop personal autonomy in the work and professional sphere in order to identify one's own learning needs. S6: Compose and write speeches following a logical order, providing accurate information and in accordance with the different established standards. S7: Apply the knowledge acquired to identify the sociological perspective in the analysis of social, political and economic processes. S9: Be able to formulate, debate and defend critical reasoning, using precise terminology of the discipline and methodologies of the discipline. S10: Be able to manage, identify, gather and interpret relevant information on the economic, political and social field of teaching and research. C1: Know and be able to handle interpersonal skills on initiative, responsibility, conflict resolution, negotiation, etc., which are required in a professional environment.

1. Functionalism 2. The Frankfurt School. 3. Symbolic interactionism. 4. Phenomenology and ethnomethodology. 5. Methodological individualism. 6. New modernity (I) 7. New modernity (II) 8. Postmodernity.

In line with the structure of the course, the assessment is divided into two distinct components. The theoretical component is evaluated through a final exercise, which accounts for 40% of the final grade. The remaining 60% corresponds to the practical component, which includes individual assignments related to each topic, as well as a group project developed throughout the semester and presented at the end of the course.