Within the course, fundamental concepts and theories are presented as a conceptual framework for research and understanding migration processes and phenomena at the global, regional, and national levels. Classical and contemporary theories, migration models, and the classification of migrations by type are covered. Migration is approached with a dominant sociological perspective and an interdisciplinary lens, considering its complexity.

An essential part of the course includes analyses of the causes of migration throughout history up to the present, as well as their consequences, which are examined critically with an emphasis on interactive teaching. Additionally, theories of migrant population integration into society are explored, with special attention given to the migrant experience in the context of Croatia.

The goal of the course is to introduce students to the basic terminology in the field of the Sociology of migration, provide a historical overview of migration flow dynamics, and offer an analysis of contemporary migration trends in the context of the multiple refugee crises in Europe. Students will gain insight into different approaches to studying migration processes, as well as the consequences of migration, including sociologically significant changes such as multiculturalism, and challenges such as polarization, extremism, social inequalities, and discrimination.