Alcock, P
The Student's Companion to Social Policy
- ISBN 13:
- 9781119744870
- author:
- Alcock, P
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley-Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 26.4 x 18.1 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Sociology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Student's Companion to Social Policy provides an authoritative review of UK and comparative social policy for undergraduate students. Written by leading experts in the field, this comprehensive textbook covers all perspectives, debates, issues, and challenges in both theory and practice. The sixth edition has been fully updated and expanded to reflect recent developments in the discipline and social policy-making. New chapters examine critical topics such as the UK government's 2019 agenda and the implications of globalization, climate change, Brexit, and the COVID-19 pandemic. The book features a wealth of new illustrative material, including problem-centred review questions, to enhance students' learning and comprehension. This guide is ideal for those studying social policy in both the UK and abroad, providing a clear and accessible overview of key issues and debates.
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