School Of Social Sciences And PsychologySocial Science in ActionWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101301.2
Discipline: HUMAN WELFARE STUDIES AND SERVICES NEC
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Assumed Knowledge
Students should have completed 140 credit points in social sciences. Knowledge of social science concepts, theories and skills. Academic knowledge of and skills in critical reading, writing, literature review and basic research. Ability to use Web-CT or equivalent.
Prerequisite
101346 Philosophies of Social Sciences OR 400337 Social Research Methods
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 1634 Bachelor of Social Science or in 2538 Bachelor of Social Science/Bachelor of Laws and have completed 140 credit points in that degree.
About this Unit
This unit integrates theory, research and practice within the social sciences thus preparing students for employment in a variety of organisations. Through a modular structure students will further develop and consolidate their academic life and career competencies. Students will be encouraged to explore critically their understandings of the social sciences, the influence of the wider social context in organisations and social institutions and their philosophy of social science in action. Workshops, readings, and on-line discussions will establish a framework for students to explore critically institutional life and their role within it and will develop professional analytic skills to complement the emphasis of units within their major. Students may take the opportunity, in negotiation with the unit coordinator, to prepare for working within their disciplinary framework or in an area or field chosen by the student. Case studies will be used to enhance student learning.