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Sociology with Social Policy - BA (Hons)

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Sheffield Main

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Sociology with social policy at Sheffield is the study of bringing about change in society, particularly through policy making. This practical, applied dimension of the degree is what makes it different from pure sociology.This cutting-edge discipline combines research techniques and information retrieval, along with presentation and analytical skills – encouraging you to develop a deeper understanding of contemporary societal issues such as inequality, health, welfare, income, labour and migration.In your final year, you’ll complete your own research project on one of these issues – demonstrating how to use theoretical frameworks and methodological tools to investigate the biggest challenges of our time. Learn from people making real change - academics use their current research to inform new and upcoming policy. For example, world expert on ageing, Dr Liam Foster's research has been referenced by political parties and international bodies. And Dr Ysabel Gerrard's research into how young people use and experience social media has been involved in a ground-breaking new policy change for Instagram. Variety, choice and flexibility - ‘sociological studies’ encompasses sociologists, social policy analysts, social workers and digital society experts under one roof. This means your optional modules will stretch your mind and your abilities, and bring you into contact with students from a range of other courses such as digital media and society, journalism and education, to name a few. Greater employability - a dedicated module in third year – 'Value of Sociology' – helps students understand the transferable skills gained from the degree, which can be applied in a range of careers. You are the focus - student reps, student voice week and our ambassadors all shape how our department runs. The Sociology Society, or SocSoc, is a group of students that organise a variety of social events including an annual ball, plus volunteering initiatives, and socials across the year, as well as dedicated learning support for students in the department.Optional placement year,Study abroad

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£ 23,810per year

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University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Policy

    14th out of 35 2

    13th out of 101 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 201
    139 69%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    10th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    9th

    9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    146 70%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    13th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    33rd

    16

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