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Social Movements: Creating Social & Political Alternatives
International Business Program
Barcelona, Spain
Dates: 1/7/27 - 4/30/27
Social Movements: Creating Social & Political Alternatives
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: CEA CAPA Barcelona Center
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Sociology
Instruction in: English
Course Code: SOC315BCN
Transcript Source: University of New Haven
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
Prerequisites: Prior to enrollment, this course requires you to have completed one 200 level course or two 100 level courses in sociology or a related field
DESCRIPTION
This course examines the origins, dynamics, and impact of social movements through the lenses of sociology, communication, and cultural studies. Students will explore the motivations behind collective action and how movements challenge dominant narratives to create alternatives within society. Topics include organizational forms, mobilization strategies, and issues driving activism - such as discrimination, economic inequality, environmental crises, immigration, and political polarization.
The course analyzes how civil organizations, unions, NGOs, and political parties amplify voices and frame discourse to influence social change. Case studies range from global movements like Civil Rights and environmental activism to contemporary examples in Spain and the U.S. Barcelona serves as a key reference point, having hosted major demonstrations from feminist marches to the Indignados movement and Catalan self-determination rallies. Through historical and contemporary perspectives, students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills to understand activism as a transformative force in modern societies.
The course analyzes how civil organizations, unions, NGOs, and political parties amplify voices and frame discourse to influence social change. Case studies range from global movements like Civil Rights and environmental activism to contemporary examples in Spain and the U.S. Barcelona serves as a key reference point, having hosted major demonstrations from feminist marches to the Indignados movement and Catalan self-determination rallies. Through historical and contemporary perspectives, students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills to understand activism as a transformative force in modern societies.