This course focuses on the debates in this new field, including disputes among theoretical and methodological approaches, and disagreements about how to conceptualize "youth," youth culture, and the lack of youth involvement in adult institutions. The role of public policy is examined in addressing the political economy of youth.

Prerequisite(s): Registration in third year or above in any Department of Sociology module, or fourth year in any module.

Extra Information: 3 seminar hours.