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Overview
This module seeks to understand the ways in which our society is shaped by social change. Whether that is the social changes that have enabled our current politics, structures and ways of living and working or the changes that are in motion now for future generations.
In seeking to support you to develop a critical understanding of change over time, this module will enable you to deconstruct and question events, actions and campaigns that have changed our lives through policy.
Future careers
This Understanding Social Change module at the University of Salford will allow you to develop your understanding of how change happens in society through case studies and critical activities.
It equips you with the knowledge and skills to deconstruct examples of change in a range of sectors—including public, voluntary, and related organisations - by developing the knowledge and skills to understand how change happens and how this relates to policy and practice.
Programme Structure
This module will support you to:- Understand definitions and examples of historical and contemporary social change.
- Develop a critical appreciation of the process, opportunities and challenges of advocacy and campaigning.
- Develop and test skills in policy examination with a focus on future orientated developments, innovation, and implementation.
- Critically examine and reflect on the ways in which social justice and injustice become catalysts for wider social changes.
- Develop an appreciation of how individuals and organisations can learn from different forms of social change.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Salford, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Sociology View 43 other Short Courses in Sociology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Previous experience of undergraduate study in any subject or significant professional engagement with research activities.
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Salford
United Kingdom
500 - 800 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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