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Sport, Culture and Society
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona - Direct Enroll Program
Barcelona, Spain
Dates: early Sep 2027 - mid Dec 2027
Sport, Culture and Society
OVERVIEW
CEA CAPA Partner Institution: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Primary Subject Area: Cultural Studies
Instruction in: English
Course Code: SA2064E
Transcript Source: Partner Institution
Course Details: Level 300
Recommended Semester Credits: 3
Contact Hours: 45
DESCRIPTION
This course adopts an interdisciplinary approach that merges fields such as psychology, education, sociology, politics, history, philosophy, and environmental studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of sports. By integrating these disciplines, students will critically analyze the impact of sports on various aspects of human life, developing transferable professional skills that can be applied across multiple industries. In today's world, sports transcend physical activity; they represent a powerful social, educational, cultural, and political force. This course allows students to explore how sports intersect with key societal elements, deepening their understanding of its role in shaping modern life. Through this exploration, students will engage with complex issues and controversial debates, enhancing their critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Barcelona and Catalonia, with their rich sports culture and reputation as centers for sports research, provide an ideal backdrop for this course. The region's long-standing commitment to sports, along with access to leading professionals and academics, offers unique opportunities for students to engage directly with experts. A key objective of this course is to facilitate these connections, enabling students to conduct research that reflects diverse perspectives and specialized knowledge within the realm of sports. Through this course, students will develop the ability to evaluate different perspectives on sports and their role in society, preparing them to be informed, engaged citizens and professionals in an increasingly complex and interconnected world.