On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:
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Identify, compare and contrast the major theoretical perspectives on youth in society
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Critically discuss the relevance of social scientific theories and concepts to their own experience of being young
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Apply relevant theoretical insights to the representation of young people in a range of media
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Describe and assess the key empirical findings from selected youth research in Ireland and elsewhere
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Describe and discuss the main features of youth services and youth policy in Ireland