Introduction to social work and social policy in the Swedish welfare state
This course provides an opportunity for students interested in gaining an introduction to the Swedish welfare state and social work practice in Sweden. This course is only available for exchange students at Stockholm university.
The course consists of three different sub-courses (modules). The course is taught jointly, with SU8350 but differ in seminar assignments, examination requirements and course literature.
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Course structure
See syllabus for course content and expected learning outcomes.
Course language: English.
Modules
Module 1: The Swedish welfare state (7.5 ECTS), This course focus on social policy within the Swedish welfare state. The course includes the historical development of the Swedish welfare state, welfare state theories, and current challenges for the Swedish welfare state.
Module 2: Social work in the Swedish welfare state (12 ECTS), focus on social work in Sweden, including areas like child protection, elder care, substance abuse, poverty, domestic violence, and disability. During this module, students become acquainted with the organization of social work in Sweden, and how social work is practiced in the above areas. Students also learn about key research findings for social work in Sweden and conduct field visits to social work organizations.
Module 3: An in-depth literature study course (3 ECTS). This module provides students with the opportunity to conduct an in-depth exploration of an area or topic that aligns with their individual interests. The topics are selected on students own focus and interest of social policy and social work.
Teaching format
Teaching is conducted in English and comprise of lectures, seminars, and study visits.
Assessment
Examination consists of written exams, mandatory seminars, and examination papers. See course descriptions for detailed information about assessment and examination for the different modules.
Examiner
Module 1: The Swedish Welfare State, 7.5 hp: Petra Ulmanen
Module 2: Social work in the Swedish welfare state, 12 hp: Katarina Thorén
Module 3: An in-depth literature study course (reading course), 3 hp: Katarina Thorén
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
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Contact
Katarina Thorén (course responsible)
- Visiting address
- C 2307
- Campus Albano Hus 2, plan 3, Albanovägen 18
Petra UlmanenSenior lecturer
- Visiting address
- C 2309
- Campus Albano Hus 2, plan 3, Albanovägen 18
PhD, Senior Lecturer
Study and Career counselling semester 1-4 and pedagogical support
- Visiting address
Campus Albano
House 2, Level 3
Albanovägen 18, Stockholm
- Office hours
Send an e-mail to book appointment on Zoom or at Albano.
- Phone hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:30 - 11:00 AM
International coordinator
- Visiting address
Campus Albano
House 2, Level 3
Albanovägen 18, Stockholm
