SWK505 Social Work/Social Welfare Dissertation (16)

CSU Discipline Area: Human Services (HUSER)

Duration: One session

Abstract:

This subject provides an opportunity for students to critically review a number of theories which currently influence social work/social welfare practice, policy and research and reflect on the theories and values which influence their own practice and the settings within which they work. The subject aims to enhance understanding of practice knowledge, values and skill issues that arise in the tension between managerial and professional approaches, and other issues facing contemporary social work and social welfare so that a more thoughtful and reflective practice base is attained

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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: SWK505

Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Enrolment restrictions:

Limited to students enrolled in the Master of Human Services Practice and Master of Human Services (Advanced Practice)

Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

Be able to undertake independent research in the fields of Social Work/Social Welfare Practice and Social Policy Analysis;
Have an enhanced understanding of practice knowledge, values and skills issues;
Have a more reflective practice approach

Syllabus:

The subject will cover the following topics:

Individual Research programs.

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