2009 Course Handbook
SOC865: Political Economy for Social Policy and Research
This unit offers students an introduction to key political economy concepts and theories used by social theorists and policy analysts. It takes a comparative approach, looking to different theoretical traditions within political economy and economic sociology, as well as an applied focus. Key concepts will be discussed in terms of their application to different policy issues in areas like health, education and the labour market. Key concepts discussed will include the use of quasi-markets, issues of inequality, commodification and consumerism, risk and globalisation, budgets, taxes and spending, and macro economic issues of labour supply, inflation and aggregate demand.
| Credit Points: | 4 |
| Contact Hours: | 2 |
| When Offered: | E1 - Evening; Offered in the first half-year |
| Staff Contact: | Dr Ben Spies-Butcher |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
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Faculty of Arts |
Timetable Information
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