Sociology and Social Policy BA (Hons)

Course overview

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Sociology and social policy are popular disciplines for undergraduates. These are fields of study of increasing social relevance to contemporary society, in terms of changing demographics and issues relating to globalisation and migration. Sociology seeks to address the need for a clear understanding of society and social processes to address the problems of late modernity.

Students who undertake this course will benefit from an opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of diversity, health and community from sociological and social policy perspectives; as well as being equipped to analyse, and work within complex late modern societies.

Studying for this degree will provide graduates with a robust grounding in the social sciences in a key area of recognised importance in the contemporary world and in terms of global citizenship. In addition, upon graduation this will provide individuals with the opportunity to seek employment in a wide range of interesting professional careers, including local and national government departments. The focus on community and disability issues in turn offers a unique perspective that will aid graduate employability.