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Policy Analysis - SLSP5001
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of Social Sciences and International Studies
 
 
Course Outline: http://slsp.arts.unsw.edu.au/
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Postgraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 8
 
 
EFTSL: 0.16667 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 2
 
 
Equivalent: SLSP7001
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

What is policy, and why does it matter? Examines the way in which the term 'policy' is mobilised to make sense of what happens in and around organisations, and to shape the action. Also examines the different dimensions of policy, and the significance of each for policy analysis.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course students should:
  • Understand a range of theoretical concepts of policy and the policy process
  • Be able to apply policy theory as a tool in the analysis of policy issues
  • Have developed improved presentation and analytical skills
  • Have developed a broader understanding of the organisations and dynamics that surround the policy development and policy decision-making processes.

Assessment

  • Case Study Essays / Reports (two at 35% each) - 70%
  • Case Study Presentations (two at 15% each) - 30%

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