The study of Sociology Sociology can be explained as 'the analysis of the structure of social relationships as constituted by social interaction'.
Sociology examines how groups and institutions are structured and how they act.
It assesses the myths and ideologies which particular groups hold to be self-evident 'truths' but which are, in fact, socially constructed views of the world. It provides explanations for societal action such as group mobilisation and revolution, as well as for social problems such as poverty, unemployment, social inequalities and community fragmentation. It examines popular culture and explores gender, ethnic and class divisions within contemporary societies. Sociology is a critical discipline which sets out to test the common or everyday assumptions about societies, groups and social change. It can begin to help us to understand social processes and indicate how to apply knowledge acquired in everyday life and work.