Sociology of Care (Spr) (L4095B)
Sociology of Care: caring and work (Spr)
Module L4095B
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module learning outcomes
Demonstate detailed knowledge and understanding of different theories of care in the social sciences, and consider their relative merits.
Explain and analyse the contributions of different strands of feminist thought and sociologies of health, illness and disability to our understanding of care.
Critically explore different forms of care work in comparative perspective
Make appropriate use of empirical data and theoretical work to produce coherent and detailed written work for an academic audience.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio (1000 words) | Spring Semester Week 8 Mon 16:00 | 30.00% |
| Essay (3000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
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