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The Student's Companion to Social Policy (Paperback, 6th Edition)
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The Student's Companion to Social Policy (Paperback, 6th Edition)
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The new edition of the bestselling guide to the issues students
will encounter in the study of social policy in both the UK and
abroad Fully updated and expanded, the sixth edition of The
Student's Companion to Social Policy remains the most accessible
and comprehensive review of UK and comparative social policy
available for undergraduate students. Written and edited by leading
experts in the field, this authoritative textbook covers all the
perspectives, debates, issues and challenges in both the theory and
practice of social policy. The latest edition reflects the most
recent developments in the discipline and in social policy-making.
New and revised chapters examine critical topics such as the policy
agenda of the UK government elected in 2019 and the implications of
globalization, climate change, Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic. A
wealth of new and revised illustrative material, including
additional problem-centred review and assignment questions, enhance
students' learning and comprehension whilst encouraging them to
reflect on and reconsider the issues raised in each social policy
discussion. A timely, issue-driven overview for students to draw
upon throughout their studies, this acclaimed textbook: Provides
the analytical foundation necessary to investigate and evaluate the
key concepts and perspectives central to the study of social policy
Presents up-to-date coverage of policy formation and outcomes,
national and international debates and the challenges and choices
facing societies Features new and revised coverage of key issues
including international and comparative developments, austerity and
post-austerity policies in the UK and devolved administrations,
public attitudes to welfare and sustainability challenges Offers a
range of pedagogical tools such as boxed 5-point summary overviews,
"Emerging Issues" sections, guides to further resources and chapter
review questions The Student's Companion to Social Policy, Sixth
Edition is essential reading for all those on Social Policy
courses, whether specialising in the subject or studying it as part
of another programme across the social sciences at undergraduate or
postgraduate level.
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