SOCIOLOGY OF RACISM AND INTERCULTURAL RELATIONS

The course introduces the study of racism and intercultural relations in the contemporary world, contributing to the degree programme's goals through the following objectives: to present the main theories and analytical tools concerning racism and intercultural relations, with attention to both classical frameworks and current scholarly debates; to provide in-depth knowledge of the causes, dimensions, and forms of racism in the European context, with particular reference to the Italian case, and the governance of migration at the EU level; to develop students' critical understanding of the relationship between racism, welfare systems, and migration policy, including through engagement with recent research and civil society expertise; and to equip students with the conceptual and applied skills needed to recognise, analyse, and address racism and inequality in professional practice, academic study, and social work.

At the end of the course the student:
• has knowledge of the theoretical frameworks and concepts necessary for the study and analysis of racism, racial inequality, and intercultural relations;
• has a comparative understanding of racism in the European context, its socio-historical foundations, main generative causes, and key forms;
• is able to clearly articulate the core content of the course, use appropriate terminology in the fields of racism and intercultural relations, argue in support of or critically engage with the principal theoretical hypotheses;
• is able to autonomously collect information, analyse policies, practices, and discourses related to racism and migration, and produce critical interpretations by applying the conceptual tools acquired during the course — including in relation to EU migration and asylum governance;
• is able to communicate and interact with diverse audiences, including non-expert publics, drawing on research findings and evidence from multiple disciplinary perspectives.

There are not pre-requirements.

• Theoretical and socio-historical foundations of racism;
• Postcolonial and decolonial theories, racial order and inequalities;
• Forms and typologies of racism;
• Contemporary manifestations of racism (e.g. welfare racism, ecological/environmental racism, anti-Roma racism);
• Racism and migration: institutional racism and racial profiling in EU migration law (e.g., the New PACT on migration); racialised migration regimes and differential reception and admission pathways.

The materials will be uploaded to the course's Moodle page.

Written exam. The exam aims to verify the knowledge and understanding of the fundamental concepts and contents of the course, the ability to apply knowledge and understanding, the ability to make connections, and the ability to rework in a personal way. Learning is verified through a written exam, which includes the answer to three questions with open-ended answers. Time available for writing the assignment: 3 hours.

Further information on the exam will be provided by the professor during the course and via Moodle.

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The lecturer has a duty to ensure that the rules regarding the authenticity and originality of exam tests and papers are respected. Therefore, if there is suspicion of irregular conduct, an additional assessment may be conducted, which could differ from the original exam description.

grades:
A, grades between 18-22: sufficient knowledge and understanding skills applied to the program; limited ability to collect and/or interpret data, formulating autonomous judgments; sufficient communication skills, especially in relation to the use of the specific language of the course.
B, grades between 23-26: fair knowledge and understanding applied to the program; fair ability to collect and/or interpret data, formulating autonomous judgments; fair communication skills, especially in relation to the use of the specific language of the course.
C, grades between 27-30: good or excellent knowledge and understanding skills applied to the program; good or excellent ability to collect and/or interpret data, formulating independent judgments; fully appropriate communication skills, especially in relation to the use of the specific language of the course.
D, laude: it is awarded in the presence of knowledge and understanding applied to the program, excellent judgment and communication skills.

Lectures and seminars; case studies; Moodle assignments.

Accessibility, Disability and Inclusion
Ca' Foscari abides by Italian Law (Law 17/1999; Law 170/2010) regarding support services and accommodation available to students with disabilities. This includes students with mobility, visual, hearing and other disabilities (Law 17/1999), and specific learning impairments (Law 170/2010). If you have a disability or impairment that requires accommodations (i.e., alternate testing, readers, note takers or interpreters) please contact the Disability and Accessibility Offices in Student Services: disabilita@unive.it.

This subject deals with topics related to the macro-area "Poverty and inequalities" and contributes to the achievement of one or more goals of U. N. Agenda for Sustainable Development