Module Details
Module Code: |
SOCG C2403 |
Module Title:
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Sociological Perspectives on Contemporary Social Care Policy and Practice
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Title:
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Sociological Perspectives on Contemporary Social Care Policy and Practice
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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Module Author:: |
Morgan OBrien
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Module Description: |
To introduce key sociological theories of power and their relevance for understanding professional social care policy and practice. To examine sociological definitions and discussions of social groups and social issues of relevance to social care policy and practice.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Demonstrate an understanding of sociological interpretations and theories of power D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15 |
LO2 |
Demonstrate an awareness of the ways power can operate within social care policy and practice D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15 |
LO3 |
Demonstrate a sociological understanding of social groups and social issues of relevance to social care policy and practice D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15 |
LO4 |
Demonstrate an ability to examine the power dimensions that impact upon social care professionals, particular social groups and social issues D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15 |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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8834 |
SOCG C1402 |
Introduction to Sociology for Social Care Practice |
8892 |
QUAL C1402 |
Introduction to Social Policy for Social Care Practice |
9869 |
SOCG C2403 |
Sociological Perspectives on Contemporary Social Care Policy and Practice |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Sociological Theories of Power
Theories of power and their relevance to social care. Neoliberalism & Privatisation vs Welfarism and Public Service Provision. Managerialism and Professionalism in Social Care Regulation. D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15
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Sociology of Health
The Social Context of Health; Sociological Perspectives of Health, Illness, & Wellbeing; Medicine, Healthcare, & Society. D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15
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Sociology of Gender and Sexuality
Sociological Perspectives on Gender & Sexuality. D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15
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Sociology of Race and Ethnicity
Sociological Definitions of Race & Ethnicity; Sociological Perspectives on Race, Racism, and Discrimination. D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15
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Sociology of Deviance
Sociological Theories of Deviance, Criminalisation & Social Control.D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P14, P15
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 25.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 75.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lectures will address LOs 1-4 using traditional lecture format, discussion of readings, case-study examples, group work.
D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P15
D4: 4
D5: 1,2,3,4,6,7,15,19 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
3.00 |
36 |
Tutorial |
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Contact |
Tutorials will build on lecture content and address LOs 1-4
D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P15 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
Learning activities, such as assigned readings accessible via the VLE
D1: P8, P22, P23; D2: P7, P12; D3: P13; D4: 4; D5: P1, P2, P3, P4, P7, P15 |
12 Weeks per Stage |
6.42 |
77 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Michael Haralambos,Martin Holborn. (2013), Sociology, Collins Educational, p.1098, [ISBN: 0007498829].
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John J. Macionis,Kenneth Plummer. (2012), Sociology, Financial Times/Prentice Hall, p.1040, [ISBN: 9780273727910].
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Kevin Lalor,Perry Share. (2013), Applied Social Care, Gill Education, p.512, [ISBN: 0717156230].
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Anne LLewellyn, Lorraine Agu & David Mercer. (2015), Sociology for Social Workers, 2nd. Polity, UK, [ISBN: 9780745660332].
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Howard, N.. (2012), The Ryan Report (2009) A practitioners perspective on implication for residential child care, , Irish Journal of applied social studies, 12 (1) p. 38-48.
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Neil Thompson. (2007), Power and Empowerment, Russell House Pub Limited, p.109, [ISBN: 9781903855997].
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Stones, R.. (1998), Key sociological thinkers, [ISBN: 0333687671].
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HSE. (2011), Time to move on from congregated setting: A strategy for community inclusion.
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This module does not have any other resources |
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