Studying Social Policy: The Factors That Contribute To Society

I have always questioned the main factors that contribute to our society. Studying social policy will allow me to break down aspects such as the economics and politics that impact the society we all live in today. I have a keen interest in this course because I have a strong belief social factors have an impact on young people like myself. I am always trying to find out how my everyday surroundings link with theories. I recently traveled to Ghana which is a small country on the west coast of Africa. As soon as I arrived I could see the obvious social difference depending on where I traveled, the rich stay rich and the poor remain poor. I could see there was a massive economic inequality. The average cost of living in the capital Accra monthly …show more content…
Studying social policy will allow me to break down aspects such as the economics and politics that impact the society we all live in today. I have a keen interest in this course because I have a strong belief social factors have a massive effect on young people like myself. I am always trying to find out how my everyday surroundings link with theories. I recently traveled to Ghana which is a small country on the west coast of Africa. As soon as I arrived I could see the obvious social difference compared to London depending on where I traveled, the rich stay rich and the poor remain poor. I could see there was a massive economic inequality. The average cost of living in the capital Accra monthly is £648.91 however, those more fortunate surpass that weekly. People also have to pay their own school fees for example at high school stage it costs around £195.52-£ 393.32. This means almost half of the annual wage for most households to go towards school fees which most cannot afford, this could then lead to a small chance of progress to higher education. This would apply to the conflict theories that the purpose of education is to maintain social inequality and keep power for those who dominate society. This trip really made me ask more questions about society and I would like to gain a better understanding by studying this course. After my studies I will love to either work in social care or social researching. Studying BETC business allowed me to develop my skills in personal, analytical and clear thinking. As our work was coursework based It allowed me to further develop my English and writing skills. Projects were also set within groups and I was always keen to take leadership and improve my team working skills. I will apply these skills throughout my time at university. During my trip to Ghana I volunteered at an orphanage in a small town called offinso. This experience allowed me to