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 196-002 Human Behaviour and Social Environment 2

Note

Formerly available as 196-214/314/414. Students who have completed 196-214/314/414 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

Availability

BSW 1st year, BA/BLitt 2nd and 3rd year

Credit Points

12.5

Coordinator

Dr Dorothy Scott

Prerequisites

196-212/312/412 Human Behaviour and Social Environment 1

Semester

2 (view timetable)

Contact

A 90-minute lecture and a 1-hour tutorial per week

Subject Description

This subject explores a range of vulnerable populations and psycho-social problems such as mental health, child abuse, drug and alcohol dependence, disability and chronic illness. After taking this subject students should be able to demonstrate an understanding of debates about their social construction and their epidemiology and etiology, as well as the subjective experiences of affected individuals and their significant others.

Assessment

Written work totalling 4000 words or equivalent. Attendance at a minimum of 75% of tutorials is a hurdle requirement for this subject.

Prescribed Texts

Readings as provided.



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