Social Inclusion and the Politics of Recognition
Description
If social exclusion and inclusion is about more than just poverty and re-distribution, how are we to understand its social dimensions? And how do the social and economic dimensions relate - in theory, in policy, and on the ground?
This subject covers these questions by approaching social exclusion and inclusion through the politics of recognition, respect and re-distribution. It combines broad-ranging analysis of key social issues, with conceptual understandings of social justice together with practical research skills.
Subject Code
SOTH90005
Credit Points
12.5 points
Objectives
Candidates who successfully complete the subject will gain a deep understanding of:
- the processes of social exclusion and inclusion,
- the concepts of social justice and injustice; and
- the way these issues relate to practical social policy and research issues today.
The assessment option of undertaking a work related project, where relevant, means that candidates will have the opportunity to apply the skills they are learning in the subject to issues of direct relevance to their employment.
Generic skills students will develop
Students who successfully complete this subject should have:
- achieved a capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning; and
- achieved an ability to incorporate theoretical principles and concepts into professional practice.
Entry Requirements
- An undergraduate degree with a major area of study related to social policy; or
- an undergraduate degree, and at least 1 year of full time relevant, professional work experience; or
- extensive relevant professional work experience, which demonstrates the capacity to successfully undertake the course.
Pre-requisites and/or Co-requisites
None
Mode of Delivery
On-campus
Contact Time
24 hours of lectures/seminars/workshops. In addition to face-to-face teaching time of 24 hours, students should expect to undertake a minimum of 100 hours research, reading, writing and general study to complete this subject successfully.
Assessment
- One research essay of 1000 words, on a question as guided by the subject co-ordinator, due 2 weeks after the delivery of the subject. (100% total weighting for assessed students).
- One research essay of 4000 words, on a question as guided by the subject co-ordinator, due 8 weeks after the delivery of the subject. (100% total weighting for assessed students).
Subject Coordinator
Professor Deborah Brennan
Venue
University College, Parkville, Victoria
Dates
3rd - 5th October 2011.
Course Fee
The 2011 course fee for the single subject is:
- $2,260 for the assessed stream; or
- $1,870 (GST inclusive) for the non-assessed stream.
Course materials are included – a pre-reading folder, course notes, Student Services Handbook and Study Guide. A pen and notepad are also supplied. Catering is provided at morning and afternoon tea and at lunch times. Please advise of any specific dietary requirements.
Students will not receive their results until course fees are paid.
Brochure
Available soon.
Prescribed Textbook
A pre-reading folder with articles and references will be provided to students before the course begins.
Application Process
Applications are managed by Student Services.
Further Information
Ms Rebecca Phelps
Project Manager
Melbourne Consulting and Custom Programs
The University of Melbourne
442 Auburn Road
Hawthorn, Victoria, 3122
Email: phelpsr@unimelb.edu.au
Telephone: +61 3 9810 3320 Fax: +61 3 9810 3149