S/S/169. Policy response to homelessness in Britain, France and USA: comparative review and comment

The paper addresses the problem of homelessness examining the national and local policies of the three counties with regard to homelessness, and comparing their welfare regimes, allocations for social housing, homeless and housing legislation including rights to emergency accommodation, etc.

S/H/90. Roots of apartheid in South Africa

The paper reviews historical studies of apartheid focusing on the ideological and economic roots of apartheid in South Africa and discussing different interpretations of the rise of Afrikaner Nationalism.

S/S/99. Hispanic American diversity

The paper examines the cultural features of Hispanic Americans including Mexican Americans, Puerto Ricans, Cubans, Dominicans, etc. Similarities and differences between the groups are identified.

S/S/98. For any two ethnic minority groups in Britain, discuss the significance of gender relations and gender differences

The paper examines the Afro-Caribbean and the South Asian (Indians, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis) population in the UK reviewing the history of their migration and comparing their cultural features, family structures, marriage rules, etc. The role of women in both cultural contexts is examined discussing the features of ethnically-mixed families, women's labour participation, etc.

S/S/95. Examine the variety of Hispanic groups in the United States and their degree of likeness. In what ways does the Puerto Rican experience of settlement differ from that of other ethnic groups?

The paper looks at the Hispanic population in the US outlining its structure and reviewing the history of the Mexican, Cuban and Puerto Ricans immigration, the difference between their settlement patterns, the reasons behind their segregation, etc.

S/S/94. Discuss the view that Afro Caribbeans in Britain face an Irish future while South Asians have a Jewish future

The paper looks at the ethnic minority populations in Britain relating the history of the country's population growth through immigration, reviewing theories on the integration of ethnic minority groups into a major society, describing the fate of Irish and Jewish immigrants to Britain, and making predictions about the future of the Afro-Caribbean and South Asian minority groups in the UK.

S/S/93. How would you distinguish between the idea of the ghetto and that of the urban village (ethnic enclave/colony etc)? Contrast the approaches of the humanistic, Marxist and positivistic schools of thought on the issue

The paper examines the difference between the ghetto and the ethnic enclave viewing them from the Positivist, Marxist and Humanistic perspectives, and providing a review of related academic literature.

S/S/92. To what extent does gender differentiate between ethnic minority populations in Britain?

The paper examines the structure of the ethnic minority populations in the UK focusing on the Black-Caribbean group and South Asian groups, i.e. Indians, Pakistanis and Bangladeshis. Differences in the features of family, gender roles, labour participation and academic qualifications are discussed.

S/S/91. 'Chinese in Britain are one of the most successful ethnic minorities'. Critically review with reference to the evidence

The paper examines the migration of the Chinese to Britain reviewing its history, the factors behind the waves of immigration, the position of the Chinese ethnic minority in Britain, and the differentiation within the Chinese ethnic group in the UK.

S/S/90. What is assimilation and does it have a spatial dimension?

The paper examines the conceptions of assimilation leading to the creation of homogeneous society. Academic approaches to assimilation are reviewed including cultural assimilation, structural assimilation, marital assimilation, attitudinal assimilation, etc. Factors that influence the rate of assimilation are discussed.

S/P/185. In what ways is Asian immigration to North America distinctive? How are Chinatowns different from other ethnic enclaves?

The paper examines the Asian population in the United States discussing their origin, the historical circumstances of their immigration, the migration from Japan, the Philippines, China, etc. The model of Chinatowns as ethnic enclaves in North America is examined.

S/LI/181. In the period between 1980 and the present day, the US has been of increasing social and economic volatility. How do the texts 'Glengarry Glen Ross' by David Mamet and 'The Corrections' by Jonathan Franzen engage with these changes?

The paper critically analyses 'Glengarry Glen Ross' by David Mamet and 'The Corrections' by Jonathan Franzen examining the theme of instability of everyday lifestyles in the US over the past few decades.

S/LI/180. 'No One Writes to the Colonel' - Discuss the story as a commentary on social injustice and underdevelopment

The paper examines the novel of Gabriel García Márquez 'No One Writes to the Colonel' focusing on the portrayal of social injustice in Colombia during the 1950s known as the period of 'La Violencia' and exploring the political views and the position of García Márquez in Latin American literature.

C/N/109. How far can written guidelines and formal procedures help prevent bad practice occurring in services for vulnerable individuals?

This assignment focuses on care practices with service users who are vulnerable: disabled; elder; mentally ill; early years and learning support. It considers the impact of written guidance and its use in ensuring good practice within settings that care for vulnerable persons.

C/S/46. Individualization, Gender and Social Policy

This paper explored impact of individualization and gender debates on contemporary social policy making. After discussing concepts of social policy and welfare state the entire paper is divided into two major areas, a) individualization concept and impact on social policy and b) gender and impact on social policy making. Evidences are taken from social policies of countries like UK, Germany, Netherlands, and United States etc

C/S/41. Service user participation in health and social care settings

This assignment focuses on the wider involvement of service users in health and social care settings; to include the management of participation; measurement and impact against the level and provision of services; changes to services and the wider concepts of participation.

C/S/40. SOCIAL POLICY: NHS HEALTH INEQUALITY

This essay focuses on the social policy of the NHS and it management of health inequality. It explores the framework of legislation; frameworks, incentives and academic concerns about this endemic problem. It considers aspects of mental health inequality and the necessity of using resources both fiscal and physical correctly. It also looks at EU perspective. In conclusion it agrees that more could be done to eradicate health equality by tackling those problems in society that cause its development.

C/N/102. Reflective account case study of an asylum seeker

This case study reflects on the work of a caseworker in regards to the needs of their client. This looks at and considers the reflective processes; case management, solutions and the involvement of other professionals in the case.

S/S/78. Explore how media texts construct stereotypes. Give your answer using two examples focussing on racial stereotypes as examples

The paper examines the formation and influence of media stereotypes providing definitions of 'stereotype', discussing the nature and background of racial stereotypes, reviewing Marxist theory on the ideological role of mass media, discussing the attitude of the media toward Mike Tyson, etc.

S/H/77. The shifts in social class in Britain

The paper examines the trends in the transformation of social classes within the UK discussing the growth of the middle class and the shrinking of the working class, the UK policy of 'social reconstruction', etc.

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