Social Policy

The text provides a general introduction to social policy but also engages well in the theoretical aspects. This edition also provides a useful update to the earlier versions of the text. It to be recommended reading on the course because students in this module recap a number of key theoretical and conceptual elements of social policy and learn to reflect upon these in relation to voluntary and community sector organizations involved in the delivery of social policy. -- Dr Lee Gregory * drupal *
This is a useful book, as it addresses central issues associated with social policy. The students have given positive feedback about it, probably because the level is appropriate for level 6 . -- Dr Teresa Harms * drupal *
This is a good book that looks at social policy issues in various contexts. Due to the variety of discussions and concepts covered, it lends itself well to a variety of courses, and as such to social work. -- Miss Jessica Wagner * drupal *
This book has assisted students in their first year to understand the key concepts of Social Policy and how this is translated into societal action (or inaction!). -- Mr Ashley Tiffen * drupal *
excellent clear and well developed work which allows the reader a solid overview of the issues. -- Mr Brian Boag * drupal *
This was a very intersting book. The majority of the sections within the book are pertinent to my learners syllabus. The level of the book is also just right as the content will be slightly stretching for them. The topics discussed in the book are relevant, contemporary and interesting. The political aspects of it are very good and identify some key areas relevant to current social policy. I will advise my learners who are going onto study Social work/social science to read this book and use for references and as a basis for improving their understanding of a range of areas. It will also form the basis for new, contemporary material I will teach in 2012/13. Overall, excellent read which is enjoyable and well presented. -- Mr Daniel Fenwick * drupal *
An excellent and comprehensive coverage of the theoretical foundations for social policy analysis. Looking forward to a new chapter covering the coalition -- Mr David Chaisty * drupal *
Useful text, well organised and up to date issues discussed in a UK context. -- Mr Gurpinder Lalli * drupal *
This book is a must read for the Social Policy and Social Administration course that I teach. It is important as it provides the link between the theories and concepts in social policy. Easy to understand. -- Mr Ignatius Gutsa * drupal *
This text provides a brilliant introduction. It sets out in an accessible manner a wide range of theoretical approaches, debates and contemporary issues. This enables a clear link to be made between ideas and there impact on the practice context. In turn this helps reinforce the understanding of theoretical and policy issues by providing examples of how these issues play out in practice. The text captures the sense of debate and promotes critical thinking and awareness. -- Mr Jameel Hadi * drupal *
A good text that provides students with a clear view of approaches and thinking in social policy. Text used on BA Children, Young People and Families and FD Working With Children and Families. -- Mr Pat Norris * drupal *
A good broad range of topics which are gathered into well chosen chapters. In particular chapters 11 to 16 are useful as provocations to wider than usual thought. This book is extremely valuable in encouraging students to consider education within the broader context of it being just one of many functions of public sector spending (or spending cuts as the case may be). -- Mr Patrick Meehan * drupal *
I shall be recommending this book to students as a good basic text for understanding key aspects of social policy.

The book is clearly structured and fairly easy to read. The activities are useful and provide a useful starting point for linking the material to assessment. -- Mr Paul Bunyan * drupal *
This text is very good for students who are new to the study of social policy. -- Mr Sean Creaney * drupal *
A really good collection of contributions, that offer an additional perspective and particular-focus for students. It especially has some interesting exploration of specific contemporary discourses. -- Mr Wulf Livingston * drupal *
This book is ideal. I teach 1st year students who will use this book a lot I feel. This will appear on the reading list from Sept 2010. -- Mrs Alicia James * drupal *
This is a very well laid out book full of information regarding Social Policies and makes relevant links between the theory and the concept of Social Policies. This book clearly identifies how policies shape practice and this is backed up by examples throughout, enabling students understand and debate this. -- Mrs Helen Clarke * drupal *
This book offers the student a sound introduction to the debate on theories, concepts and Issues within the realms of social policy. This is particularly pertinent in the current political arena where society is questionably in turmoil and crisis and the need for social policy to respond to the issues and inequalities in people′s lives are at the forefront of governments thinking. -- Mrs Kate Thackeray * drupal *
This book offers relevant information regarding social policy with guidance regarding additional resources. -- Mrs Philomena Hughes * drupal *
Not specific enough information for the course -- Ms Pam Snowball * drupal *