WELF 1002 Context of Human Services
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 101596
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Description This unit introduces students to the role of human services within the Australian political context. Students will develop a critical analysis of the contribution of the market, state and community encouraging reflection on underpinning values. It will also identify the change strategies which can be developed and used in each of these domains to bring about socially just outcomes.
School Social Sciences
Discipline Human Welfare Studies and Services, Not Elsewhere Classified.
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp
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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject
Incompatible Subjects WELF 1005 - Introduction to Welfare POLI 1005 - Social Policy
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quiz | 5 questions per week (12 weeks); At least one quiz to be submitted | 20 | N | Individual |
| Essay | 1,000 words | 35 | N | Individual |
| Proposal | 1,500 words | 45 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Chenoweth, L & McAuliffe, D 2014 The road to social work and human service practice, 4th edn, Cengage Learning Australia, South Melbourne, Victoria.
Teaching Periods