Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe central theories concerning social preconditions, developments, outcomes and moral-philosophical implications of social and welfare policies
- Demonstrate basic knowledge about Sweden’s welfare politics from an international perspective
- Identify and analyse similarities and differences between various countries with regards to welfare policies
- Reflect on the moral-philosophical implications of welfare policies.
Course Content
The course discusses central theories concerning the developments and effects of social and welfare policies, which highlight the relevance of class formation, gender differences, and religious and political ideologies. Focus lies on Swedish welfare politics, which are often regarded as different from that of other countries. Furthermore, the course discusses the moral-philosophical implications concerning statutory welfare policy.
Assessment
Seminars and one written examination.
Forms of Study
Lectures and mandatory seminars.
Grades
The Swedish grades U–VG.
Number of credits:
- Examination and seminars, 7.5 credits
Prerequisites
- General entry requirements
Other Information
The course corresponds to the syllabus SO1033.