Sociology BA (Hons)

Though the issues facing society may change – as diverse as our fascination with celebrity and the rising popularity of reality television to anger at police brutality and continued sexism in the workplace – the popularity of Sociology as a choice of study has remained constant for well over 100 years.Student support is one of our top priorities and you’ll be joining a lively, welcoming and friendly community, with the highest levels of student satisfaction. You’ll be taught by a combination of qualified educationalists, active researchers and experts in areas such as race, gender, media, sexuality, sport and class identities.As part of our commitment to provide practical, real-life experience relevant to future careers, you’ll have opportunities to work in diverse situations on short and long-term placements, which offer professional and intercultural experiences, with agencies such as Glaxo Smith Kline (subject to application and availability). You’ll also participate in exciting field trips; previous students have visited Berlin and Sicily to explore Post War Germany, Memorialisation and Anti-Mafia Organisations respectively (additional costs may apply). **Key Course Benefits*** Wide choice of modules allowing you to tailor your to suit your interest, in topics such as gender, race, class and identity.* Opportunities to expand international experience by participating in exciting field trips**, studying or working abroad*.* The opportunity to develop the skills potential future employer’s desire, such as working to deadline, presentation, verbal and written communication, analysis, critical thinking and report writing.* Excellent professional links with local and national employers.