Carlos III University of Madrid

This course examines the major contemporary theories and the central concepts relevant to the study of social stratification in advanced industrial societies, with particular attention to class inequalities. It presents some of the key findings from the comparative literature on social stratification and shows how theoretical debates can be tested against empirical data. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to key debates in the field of social stratification, including debates on meritocracy, the declining significance of social class, the causes of income polarization, and the determinants of gender and ethnic stratification in contemporary societies.

This course provides a study of main approaches and theories of international relations, and the evolution, processes, structures, problems and challenges of the contemporary global order. Other topics covered include: the international system (actors, structure, dynamics of cooperation and conflice), and the problems, dynamics and challenges on the international agenda (world governance, global terrorism, the international economic system, power and information society).

This course offers a practical study of spreadsheet tools for the automation of tasks and data lifecycle management. Topics include: an introduction to the use of spreadsheets; structure of a spreadsheet-- book, sheets, and cells; working with cells and sheets; formula and references; tables and pivot tables; data visualization.

This course provides an interdisciplinary approach to ethical and legal issues stemming from recent advances in biomedical practices. Topics discussed include: fundamental principles of bioethics; the environment, animal welfare; informed consent, organ transplants, clinical trials; assisted reproduction, abortion, euthanasia; genetic advancements, intervention, and genetically modified organisms. *NOTE: Course is the same as PHIL/HLTHS 104, but taught in Spanish.