301843 (v.2) Social Policy 501 - Social Policy in Australia

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Area:	Department of Social Work and Social Policy
Contact Hours:	2.0
Credits:	25.0
Lecture:	1 x 2 Hours Weekly
A survey of the historical development, recent experiences, and current issues of social policy in Australia both at the state and national level. An examination of federalism in development of social policy. Exploration of the impact of cultural context on the development of social policies such as income support, health, labour market and Aboriginal welfare policies.