Task: Students should write a 1500 word essay on the following topic: Sociology analyses the social determinants of health and utilises a number of concepts and theories in order to understand health...

Task:
Students should write a 1500 word essay on the following topic:


Sociology analyses the social determinants of health and utilises a number of concepts and theories in order to understand health and illness. Draw on two sociological theories to explain the social determinants of health and discuss how this differs from the medical model.
The essay will be assessed against the following criteria:
1.    Demonstrated understanding and application of appropriate sociological theories, concepts and perspectives
2.    Critical reflection on the key ideas and concepts
3.    Evidence of wide reading
4.    Essay reads well and is clear and concise
5.    Adherence to academic conventions of essay writing (e.g. APA referencing; writing style)