This course delves into the multifaceted landscape of social policies across Europe, examining the diverse approaches taken by various nations to address social welfare challenges. The course begins by providing a foundational understanding of social policy concepts and theories. It then transitions into an in-depth analysis of the evolution of welfare systems in Europe from the post-war period to the present day. Emphasis is placed on understanding the historical legacies, institutional frameworks, and ideological underpinnings that influence the design and restructuring of social policies in different European countries. The course finally delves into the comparative examination of key areas of social policy, including family policy, labour market policy, healthcare and long-term care.
Nathalie MOREL
Cours magistral seul
English
Autumn 2024-2025
Evaluation for this course will be based on 2 critical reflection papers each worth 50% of the final grade (1700 words, excluding references), based on 4 assigned readings related to one of the sessions (students will be randomly assigned to 2 different sessions by the professor).
There will be 1 or 2 articles to read per session, which will be available on the course Moodle.