BA (Hons) Social and Public Policy (Ethics and Justice)

The BA in Social Policy, Ethics and Justice course offered by the University of York is an undergraduate degree that provides students with a critical understanding of contemporary social policy and its ethical dimensions. It is structured to inspire enquiry into issues of justice and fairness around the world, focusing not just on historical and theoretical perspectives, but also on ways to initiate positive changes.Course Content: The course curriculum delves into important social and ethical issues such as poverty, inequality, and discrimination. It combines the study of social policy with key theories and debates in moral and political philosophy. The course also incorporates a diverse range of teaching methods, including lectures, seminars and group studies, to offer a comprehensive study experience.Key Modules: The key modules include Understanding Social Policy, Justice and Fairness in the Welfare State, Contemporary Social Problems and Public Policy, Theories and Concepts in Public Policy, Philosophical Ideas, and Perspectives in Ethics and Political Philosophy. There is also a compulsory dissertation module in the final year where students conduct research on a topic in social policy, ethics or justice of their choice.Accreditations: The course is fully accredited by the University of York, a renowned institution for higher education in the UK.Future Careers: Graduates from this course typically go on to work in social and public policy, health and social care, advocacy, academia, non-governmental organisations and public sector management among others. The course also equips students with transferable skills relevant to various professions.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here