Sociological Perspectives on Consumption and (Un)sustainability

Education facts

Code: SO026G

This course introduces a range of theories and research within the sociology of consumption applied to our understanding of (un)sustainable lifestyles. It addresses the social life of consumption, such as the role of identities, social relations, and the role of status in consumption. It examines the power of consumer norms and how overconsumption is normalized in everyday life. Critical perspectives and reflections are integrated in the course on how we can learn to consume less and facilitate a movement towards “sufficiency”.

Entry requirements

30 credits in Sociology.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Sociological Perspectives on Consumption and (Un)sustainability

  Örebro University

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 29 March 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %