Development of the Welfare StateLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The students will understand the most important theories of welfare and happiness. The students understand how the structures and processes of society affect the lives of individuals and communities. They are familiar with the development trends of societal policy and their links to the needs of change in welfare services. The students are familiar with structures and processes supporting well-being, social inclusion and safety. The students understand the courses of action in societal decision making. The students also understand how the global economy and Finland's economic development affect the functioning of society and the living conditions of people. They are familiar with the different ways in which welfare services are organized and provided.

Content

Welfare theories. Development of the Finnish welfare state and society. International welfare state models. The multi producer model of the welfare state. The welfare society's dependency on global economy, production, the standard of living, economic policy and employment.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

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Assessment criteria, good (3)

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Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

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Assessment criteria, approved/failed

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