Modul: Sports and Society in a Global World (UNIC: Koç University)

Modulname Sports and Society in a Global World (UNIC: Koç University)
Gebiet
Profil Profil International Profil Freie Studien
CPs 5 CP
Campus Hier geht es zum Vorlesungsverzeichnis
Voraussetzungen English at B2 level.
Besonderheiten TN-Plätze: 10/30 Termin der ersten Sitzung: tba Anmeldung: Application Period: 06/08/2025 – 03/09/2025 and late applications will not be accepted. Register via UNIC Online Course Platform: https://campus.unic.eu/public/courses For detailed information about Virtual Mobility at Koç University, please check Inbound Virtual Mobility at KU for FALL 2025: https://oip.ku.edu.tr/exchange-programs/unic-mobility-hub/virtual-mobility/ After successful registration, please log in at ecampus-optionalbereich@rub.de. This is essential for the module to be credited later. Zusammensetzung der Endnote: The exam at the end of the course accounts for 100 percent of the final module grade. Prüfungstermin: tba
Blockseminar Nein
Vorkenntnisse English at B2 level.
Veranstaltungszeit tba
Dozenten siehe eCampus
Arbeitsaufwand Active participation, preparation and follow-up work for lessons, exercises, exam
Literatur Will be announced in the course and made available via an online platform.
Modulteil siehe eCampus
Modultyp Profil Freie Studien, Profil International
Modulanbieter UNIC - University of Koc
Inhalt Teil 1 und 2: Sports and Society in a Global World, Online Course, timetable, tba This course offers an in-depth exploration of the complex interplay between sports and society within a global framework. It examines how sports reflect and shape societal values, norms, and structures, while also highlighting their multifaceted roles in contemporary life. Topics include the ways sports foster national identity, drive economic development, and influence political landscapes, as well as their function as powerful platforms for social change. Students will analyze issues such as sports diplomacy, gender dynamics, and the commercialization of sports, alongside the impact of mega-events on local and global communities. Furthermore, the course investigates the future of sports in an increasingly digital world, considering the rise of new technologies, media, and globalized fan cultures. Through case studies and critical discussions, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the societal impact of sports and the diverse factors that shape the global sports landscape.
Lernziele By the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Critically analyze the relationship between sports and society within different cultural and global contexts. 2. Explain how sports reflect and shape societal values, norms, identities, and power structures. 3. Evaluate the role of sports in nation-building, economic growth, political influence, and social change. 4. Assess the significance of sports diplomacy and its impact on international relations. 5. Examine gender dynamics in sports and their implications for equality and representation. 6. Analyze the commercialization of sports and the business strategies that drive the global sports industry. 7. Discuss the societal impact of sports mega-events, including both opportunities and controversies. 8. Reflect on the future of sports in the digital age, including emerging technologies, media landscapes, and global fan engagement. 9. Apply interdisciplinary perspectives (sociological, economic, political, and cultural) to understand the global sports landscape.