Sociology of Migration |
Y20 - Sociology of Migration Tutor: Lina Venturas Semester: 2nd ECTS: 4 Short Description: Definitions. Brief history of migrations.Sociology of migration.Causes of migration.Demographic and social characteristics of migrants. Deciding where to go. Work and labour markets. State policies. Family migration, gender and the “second generation”.Nations and foreigners. Migration networks. Ethnic groups. Integration or exclusion. Racism. Globalization and migration. Transnationalism, diasporas and hybridity. Naturalization and double citizenship. Aims: To develop familiarity with key concepts and the main sociological theories on migration To understand: Learning Outcomes: To extend knowledge on migration Structure: 13 three-hour weekly sessions with input from tutor and discussion Assessment: Written examination. Bibliography: -Green N. L. (2004), Repenser les migrations, Savvalas, Athens. |