ObjectivesThis course enables students to examine the historical development and contemporary practice of welfare both in Britain and internationally. The study of social policy focuses on problems such as poverty, homelessness, immigration and unemployment, and examines publicly financed welfare services including social security, health, housing, education and social care and how these are delivered. Students are encouraged to explore the underlying reasons for the growth and decline of welfare state regimes and the changing nature of those regimes.
Entry requirementsRequired subjects: No specific subject requirements IB score: 30
Academic titleBA Social Policy and Administration
Course descriptionBA Social Policy and Administration
Programme
Year one
In the first year, you study aspects of social policy through a series of case studies covering topics such as social problems, poverty and social exclusion, mental illness and domestic violence. In addition, you take introductory modules in Quantitative Analysis and Social Theory. In tutorials, you explore significant traditions and ideas in the discipline of social policy.
Year two
Year two will develop your understanding of the theoretical and methodological foundations of your subject. We encourage you to explore these through core modules on theories of welfare and paying for welfare. There is also a choice of optional modules for more specialised study.
Year three
In year three, you may choose to undertake a dissertation under supervision of a member of staff, and/or to take modules in political theory, comparative and global politics chosen from the wide selection of modules offered by the School.