Specialisation

Sub-major - Disability Studies

Western Sydney University Sub-major Code: SM1146.1


Related Courses

1667.4 Bachelor of Social Science
6023.2 Diploma in Social Science/Bachelor of Social Science

Available to students in other Western Sydney University Courses : YES, if the specialisation is available on your Home campus. Please ensure your course structure allows space for enrolment in the units in this unit set. Students must also meet any pre-requisite requirements. Consult your Course Advisor for further advice.


Disability specialist expertise has become a growing area of demand in accordance with changing global policy and social service frameworks. Australia has followed these global trends, with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) as the largest area of social policy reform since Medicare. Through this sub-major, students will develop their knowledge of disability: its history to contemporary times, disability rights, policy and governance, with a specialist focus on Indigenous Disability inclusion and mental health in the broader community.


Sub-major Structure

Students must complete the following four units

Autumn session

101594 Mental Health in the Community

Autumn or Spring session

102846 Understanding Disability: Historical and Contemporary Frameworks
102847 Indigenous Disability and Inclusion
102849 Disability Rights, Policy and Governance


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