Abstract

This subject will critically evaluate the position of young people in Australian society, and analyse the development of youth policy during the post WWII period in terms of how society constructs youth as a social problem and politically regulates young people's lives. It will also study youth as social agents, … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Demographic Changes and Images of Young People.The Social Construction and Ideology of Youth. Youth as Consumers and Citizens. Youth, the Labour Market and Unemployment. Youth, Sexuality and the AIDS Crises. Youth, Violence and Power. The Justice System and Juvenile Delinquency. The State and the Politics of Youth. Popular Culture and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Assessment items

1. Online tutorial Participation
2. Opinion Piece
3. Essay

Assumed knowledge

It is assumed students will have completed SOC101, or content similar.

Enrolment restrictions

Incompatible