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Unit name Sociology of Health and Illness
Unit code HGA339
Credit points 12.5
Faculty/School College of Arts, Law and Education
School of Social Sciences
Discipline Sociology and Criminology
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Availability

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Learning Outcomes

  1. Explain key concepts, debates and theoretical approaches relating to the sociology of health and illness.
  2. Apply relevant sociological theories and empirical research findings when discussing contemporary health and illness issues.
  3. Articulate your own position on key debates about health and illness.
  4. Communicate your ideas in written forms, using appropriate sociological language and concepts.

Fees

Requisites

Prerequisites

25 points at introductory level in any discipline or admission to A1C Diploma of Creative Arts and Health

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On Campus:  
Weekly online lecture (1.5 hours)
Weekly online tutorial (1 hour/commences Week 2)

Off Campus:
Weekly online lecture (1.5 hours)
Discussion forum contributions (web-dependent)

Assessment

Task 1: Reflective piece, 1500 words (30%)

Task 2: Essay, 3000 words (40%)

Task 3: Online exam (30%)

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Textbooks

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