OVERVIEW

The course aims to introduce and develop the main topics related to welfare policies, starting from the analysis of ongoing social transformations in contemporary society, to provide students with useful elements for work in the educational and social fields.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

The course aims to introduce the main topics that define the welfare policies based on an analysis of social transformations underway in contemporary society. The primary aims are to provide the tools necessary to understand the social and political context. Starting from the analysis of the dynamic characteristics of social change, the course will focus on the main concepts that define the architecture of contemporary welfare systems (in particular about the local and national characteristics).

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The main objective is to provide basic knowledge regarding the architecture of contemporary welfare state systems, with particular attention to the specificities of the Italian case. At the same time, some of the main dynamics (demographic, economic, etc.) that define the framework within which social protection systems are situated will be addressed.

PREREQUISITES

none

TEACHING METHODS

Lectures, expert presentatios. Sharing of materials (audio, video, articles) available on Aulaweb.

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

• Welfare State, Key Terms
• The Historical Evolution of Welfare State Systems
• The Italian Welfare System
• Dynamics of Change

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

Ferrera M., *Le politiche Sociali*, Il Mulino 2019.  
The teacher will provide articles, slides, and other materials (which will be an integral part of the program) on Aulaweb.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

Exam Board

MAURO MIGLIAVACCA (President)

EMANUELA ABBATECOLA

LESSONS

LESSONS START

The lectures will begin in the second semester of the 2024/25 academic year, with the exact date to be communicated via Aulaweb.

Class schedule

SOCIAL CHANGE AND WELFARE SYSTEMS

EXAMS

Exam schedule