Sociology Before Sociology at Otago University
Brickell, Chris; Tolich, Martin; Scarth, Bonnie
Cite this item:
Brickell, C., Tolich, M., & Scarth, B. (2014). Sociology Before Sociology at Otago University. New Zealand Sociology, 29(4), 27–44.
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Abstract:
A sociology minor appeared at Otago University in 2003 and a major in 2005, but these relatively late developments were preceded by a rich history of sociology-like research and teaching at our institution. This article presents a sociological prehistory which winds its way through aspects of the teaching and research of home science, preventive medicine, education, physical education, anthropology and several other disciplines, uncovering sociology-like approaches adopted in the university from the 1920s on. It then briefly considers the reasons behind the late establishment of a stand-alone sociology programme at the university.
Date:
2014
Publisher:
Sociological Association of Aotearoa New Zealand
Pages:
27-44
ISSN:
0112921X
Rights Statement:
Copyright Sociological Association of Aotearoa New Zealand 2014
Keywords:
sociology; New Zealand; social science; history
Research Type:
Journal Article
Languages:
English
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