Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

SWK4450 - Social policy and social justice II

6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL

Refer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.

Level	Undergraduate
Faculty	Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Offered	Caulfield Second semester 2011 (Day) Caulfield Second semester 2011 (Off-campus) Singapore Second semester 2011 (Flexible)
Coordinator(s)	Dr Philip Mendes

Synopsis

This unit expands on SWK3260 by drawing attention to particular ideological critiques of existing welfare states. Attention is also drawn to the specific role played by interest groups such as ACOSS, the AASW, the churches, the trade unions and the business lobby. The impact of globalisation on Australian social policy is also examined.

Objectives

As for SWK3260 with the additional objectives of students being able to understand the key role played by the welfare lobby and other interest groups in social policy debates; and understand and be able to debate the influence of international and global debates on the future of the welfare state.

Assessment

Interview with welfare lobbyist (1000 words): 20%
Major essay (3500 words): 80%

Chief examiner(s)

Associate Professor Philip Mendes

Contact hours

2 hours per week

Prerequisites

SWK3260. Social Work units are available only within the context of the Bachelor of Social Work degree, or with permission.