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HSO211 Sociological Theory
Mr. Mel Sophanna
Year II, Semester II
At their simplest, all social theories attempt to explain the nature of human life and society. The first sociological theories developed at the dawn of the modern era as a way to make sense of society and social relations. Theorists of this period confronted several key issues, including the nature of politics and democracy, individualism, community, class, and bureaucracy.  These issues and the theories developed to explain them are still relevant today, and the ideas of previous generations of sociologists are continuously reconfigured, critiqued and reshaped. Understanding sociological theory is imperative for understanding the present and the past, and this course acquaints students with the theories that continue to resonate in contemporary society.

HSO212 Social Demography
Ms. Puch Sina
Year II, Semester II
In this course, students analyze how social factors influence demographic characteristics, and how the characteristics of population in turn affect society. Students learn to read and analyze population composition, growth and distribution figures, and identify the determinants and consequences of migration and fertility and mortality trends. In addition, students learn to apply population and urbanization theories to issues such as family demography, social opportunity, urban transition and economic development. Throughout the semester, students draw upon case studies from economically developed and developing countries around the world, to examine how demographic perspectives can inform social and governmental policy in the fields of public health, migration and the family. Upon completing this course, students should be able to use the basic tools of demographic analysis, and be acquainted with current demographic literature.

HSO213 Political Sociology
Dr. Vong Em Sam An
Year II, Semester II
In this course, students gain an understanding of various political systems, with a particular focus on the powers of the court, constituent law and implemented law in various societies. Students also examine the origins of policies, discuss and analyze various political upheavals such as revolutions, and examine the role of politics in human life through the themes of power, the state, political leadership and political consciousness.

HSO214 Social Issues in Cambodia
Mr. Kimsovann Kiry
Year II, Semester II
Students gain an understanding of the depth and complexity of Cambodian social issues, and search for possible solutions. Students are guided firstly in examining macro-level issues, including issues of population and development, political and economic power, environmental abuse, poverty, education and economic and social inequality. They then examine Cambodian issues on a micro scale, including domestic violence, criminal behavior, prostitution, corruption, gambling, and drug abuse.

HSO215 Socio-Economic Development in
Southeast Asia
Ms. Puch  Sina
Year II, Semester II
In this course, students learn about the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the varying levels of socio-economic development of member nations, and the economic strategies employed in the development of these countries. Students critically analyze the consequences of various economic development strategies, including export-oriented industrialization strategies, incentives to foreign investors and multinational corporations and the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA). This subject is also concerned with the relationships between economic development and the region’s socioeconomic standards, encouraging students to analyze both the positive and negative impacts of development on societies in South East Asia. As a case study, students examine the Chinese community in Southeast Asia, and explore how this community affects the economic development of the broader region.

HSO216 Practicum/Field Work I
Head of Department
Year II, Semester II
As part of their degree, students spend four to five days in a village examining the changing industry and economy of the Cambodian rural environment. Students choose their own research topic, combining
theoretical knowledge with practical experience in the field.

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