SOCIOL 317

Sociology of the Welfare State


Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for SOCIOL 317.

Description

This course examines the differing origins and possible futures of welfare states. Using a range of theoretical viewpoints, the course considers the historical shift from a Keynesian welfare state to a neoliberal state and questions whether recent "Third Way" policies provide a solution to future welfare needs. Students will gain knowledge and understanding about:

  • The historical development of the welfare state in New Zealand and internationally;
  • Where the New Zealand welfare state is situated in comparison with other countries;
  • Key changes in the values driving welfare states;
  • Ways in which these maintain or challenge gendered and racialised assumptions; impact upon citizens and citizenship; and reflect different political perspectives and institutional histories.

View the course syllabus

Availability 2017

Semester 1

Lecturer(s)

Lecturer(s) Dr Louise Humpage

Reading/Texts

A course reader will be made available if required.

Assessment

Coursework + exam

Points

SOCIOL 317: 15 points

Prerequisites

30 points at Stage II in Sociology, or SOCSCIPH 200