Analyse the statement, ‘Mental illness is a social problem’. To examine this question draw on one or two of the sociological concepts of class, poverty, gender, ethnicity or race.

Students should write a 2500-word essay on One of the following topics:
1) Analyse the statement, ‘Mental illness is a social problem’. To examine this question draw on one or two of the sociological concepts of class, poverty, gender, ethnicity or race.

2) 2. Analyse this statement, ‘Debates about health in Australia are more about allocation of scarce resources than about efficacy of care’. To examine this use the concepts of power, politics and ideology that underpin health policy as determined by the major parties in Australia.

The essay should be submitted typed, 12 font in Times New Roman, Arial or similar easy to read font and should have 1.5 line spacing and sufficient margin space to allow for written comments.
Demonstrated understanding of appropriate sociological theories, concepts and frameworks

Application of sociological theories and concepts to critique the issues related to good health, ill health and/or the health care system

Critical reflection on the key ideas and concepts within your chosen question

Evidence of wide reading

Adherence to academic conventions of essay writing (e.g. APA referencing; writing style)

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