SYM4330

Family policy issues

(ART)

Ulla Svensson

6 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Clayton + Prerequisites: Major in Sociology or equivalent + Prohibition: SCY3330

Synopsis: An examination of contemporary family policies in western societies. The focus will be on current debates regarding: abortion, domestic violence, child custody after divorce, childcare services and parental leave. Comparisons will be made between countries, and between feminism and the neo-conservative New Right Pro-Family movement.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 40% + Seminar paper (2500 words): 60%