Major sociological theoretical perspectives on health and illness are: functionalism and Weberianism.

Students should write a 1500-word essay on the following topic:
Major sociological theoretical perspectives on health and illness are: functionalism and Weberianism. Compare and contrast them and discuss briefly how concepts from the two theories you have chosen contribute to the knowledge of health practitioners.

Preparation Students should read widely prior to completing the essay. This includes all required readings but should move beyond these to include some other sources. A bibliography is available on Learnline to help you with this process. For any essay of this length you will need to include 7-10 references. Majority of the references (5-7) should be based on journal articles, books, book chapters and peer reviewed papers. You can use websites but citations from Wikipedia are unacceptable.
Presentation The essay should be submitted typed, 12 font in Times New Roman, Arial or similar easy to read font and allow sufficient margin space to allow for written comments.
Assessment criteria 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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