Introduction to Social PolicyLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: SO26SP04
Credits
5 op
Objective
The Student:
– is familiar with the historical background, development, and characteristics of Finnish social policy
– is familiar with key social policy concepts, trends, and challenges
– can identify different welfare models
– understands the significance of social policy
Content
Key concepts and welfare models
Historical development
Welfare actors
Strategies, trends and challenges in the welfare sector
Qualifications
No prior knowledge required
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
The student demonstrates superficial competence and basic understanding of the subject
The student demonstrates a superficial connection to literature
Assessment criteria, good (3)
The student demonstrates a competence that is related and linked to the literature
The student can reflect and motivate from his/her point of view
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
The student has an immerse competence and shows a deeper understanding of the subject in relation to the upcoming profession