Bodies and Minds
How well do we understand the social exclusion, needs and achievements of people with mental health issues and physical disabilities? This module considers the social construction of the idea of disability, including the effects of policy and institutions. It also examines debates about how concepts of disability have changed historically, as well as considering empowerment in terms of visibility and rights.
Key Topics
In this module you will cover a range of topics including:
>Embodying the social: the body and society
>The range of experiences of disability across the lifetime
>Social processes of social exclusion and marginalisation
>Resistance and empowerment: visibility, rights and power
>The mind and body in social policy
Assessment
There are a number of formative assessments that you complete as part of your study and forward to your academic tutor for grading and comments.
You’ll also take a summative assessment at the end of your module that determines your final mark.
Summative Assessment Breakdown
100% Written Assignment
Please note there are additional assessment fees for each module.