SOSA 3025 - Social Network Analysis

The social world is intricately woven with networks, encompassing our connections with people. By focusing on the relationships between individuals, we gain valuable insights into the dynamics that shape our interconnected world. This course delves into the theory and practical applications of social network analysis, exploring how it is used across various domains, including social media, diffusion of ideas, and kinship relations. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of social network analysis, enabling them to identify influential actors within networks and to examine community structures. Social network analysis is an interdisciplinary approach that fosters a lifelong skill set, and the course provides hands-on, practical experience in collecting and analyzing network data. Engaging with real-world case studies and online social media data, students will learn firsthand how social network analysis illuminates the hidden connections that shape our societies

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2025/2026 Winter: