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SSC621S - Sport Sociology - 2nd Opp - Nov 2025 |
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nAm I BIA un IVERSITY
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHnOLOGY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCE AND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF MARKETING, LOGISTICS AND SPORT MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION: BACHELOR OF SPORT MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATION CODE: 07BSMN
LEVEL: 6
COURSE CODE: SSC621S
COURSE NAME: SPORT SOCIOLOGY
SESSION: DECEMBER 2025
DURATION: 3 HOURS
PAPER: THEORY
MARKS: 100
SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION PAPER
EXAMINER(S) MR. JOHN-GRAFFT NDUNGAUA
MODERATOR: MS. F. SITHOLE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. This examination paper consists of 5 questions
2. Answer FOUR (4) questions ONLY
3. Start each question on a fresh page
4. Marks for each question are indicated in brackets at the end of each question
S. Write clearly, and neatly
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF _2_ PAGES (Including this front page)
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Question 1
Critically analyse the concept of 'commodification of sport'. With the use of relevant
examples, discuss its impact on two of the following stakeholder groups:
• Athletes
• Fans/Spectators
• Sports clubs/Organisations
[25 marks]
Question 2
"Sport has the power to both challenge and reinforce social inequalities." Discuss this
statement with reference to the issue of race and ethnicity in sport.
(25 marks]
Question 3
The relationship between sport and the media is symbiotic. Analyse this relationship, focusing
on two of the following aspects:
• The influence of media on the rules and formats of sports.
• The role of social media in shaping athlete identity and fan engagement.
• The economic interdependency between sports leagues and broadcasters.
(25 marks)
Question 4
Evaluate the role of sport as a tool for social development and change. In your answer,
provide examples of how sport can be used to address specific social issues.
(25 marks)
Question 5
Discuss the concept of deviance in sport. Distinguish between on-field deviance (e.g.,
violence, cheating) and off-field deviance (e.g., doping, corruption) and explain the societal
and institutional responses to these forms of deviance.
[25 marks]
END OF FIRST OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION MEMORANDUM
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