Prerequisites for Module
None, in additon to SHE2 entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to understand key sociological and social policy concepts which inform analysis of contemporary soical welfare and institutions.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Apply sociological perspectives to the practice of social work.
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Discuss the nature of inequality and diversity.
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Explain the relationship between government and the development of polices.
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Indicative Module Content
Sociological theory and concepts.
Forming and implementing social policy: government, politics, groups and organisations.
Sociology of the family, health, groups and organisation.
Social divisions, deviance and social exclusion: underclass theories.
| Demographic change and older people.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Distance Learning | Lecture/Tutorials
| 10 |
Directed Study
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| 120 |
Private Study
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| 20 |
Mode of Delivery
This module is base on directed and private study supplemented by lectures and tutorials. Introductory lectures are linked to course materials. Directed and private study is supported by tutorials.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Coursework | 1,2,3
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The course is to be assessed by an essay.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Workbook 2003: Social Aberdeen:RGU 2003.
| | 2. | Giddons, A, 2001 Sociology. 4th Ed. Cambridge:Polity Press.
| | 3. | Haralambos, M 2000 Sociology: Themes and Perspectives. 5th Edition. London: Harper Collins.
| | 4. | Distance Learning Workbook 2003 Social Policy Aberdeen: RGU
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