Social Policy and Social Welfare
Sociology · 3 hrs Lecture
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Description
This course focuses on the policy context of social welfare with particular emphasis on Canada. How do Canada and other welfare states face up to the challenges posed by major socio-economic trends of today? The impact on welfare policies of globalization and such other important phenomena as family structure, gender roles, ethnic diversity, and an aging population is examined. Policies designed to deal with the challenges of poverty, social isolation, healthcare, homelessness, and disabilities are analyzed. Students are encouraged to apply sociological concepts and learn to analyze and judge particular policies.
Requisite courses
SOC-1100 or SOC-1101 (Declared Majors in Developmental Studies may have the requisite waived by obtaining permission of the Sociology Department Chair) [prerequisite(s)].
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