Social Analysis and the Human Services

Undergraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
SOCI 3009
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Course ID
204895
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
3
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to enable students to critically analyse the relationships between social issues, social policy and its implementation through human service programs. The students will develop theoretical and applied knowledge of modernist and postmodern theories of the state and globalisation including social diversity, environmental sustainability, identity and social inequality. The students will apply knowledge of social analysis and social change and evaluate the implications of globalisation for human service organisations and their stakeholders in the social policy process.

Course learning outcomes

  • Identify and critically examine major social issues and identify implications for practice
  • Critique competing perspectives and theories of the state and globalisation
  • Critically analyse processes for the implementation and evaluation of social policy

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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