Description

This subject explores and critically analyses the links between social policy and human service practice. Contemporary social policy is both a field of study that examines the causes and understandings of social problems and social need, and a set of practices aimed at enhancing citizen well-being. Both concepts are examined … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this subject, graduates will be able to:
1.
Recognise and articulate the values and world views inherent in different understandings of the causes and subsequent policy responses to social issues
2.
Critically analyse social policy development, implementation and evaluation processes in the context of human service practice
3.
Demonstrate the capacity to engage in and critically reflect on the social policy making process
4.
Synthesise knowledge of key concepts, values, principles, competing models and choices as relevant to a critical analysis of social need and social policy
5.
Recognise and critically analyse the role and contribution of all stakeholders in the social policy development process

Assessments

1. Written - Test/Quiz

2. Written - Case study analysis

3. Written - Critical appraisal/review

Offerings

Trimester 1

ONL-TSV-TR1

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