Sociology, BA / BSc - 2017/18

Sociology is a fascinating subject that investigates the ways in which social life is organised, structured and experienced. There are many good reasons to study Sociology with us. Students say our teaching is excellent, and that they feel supported, engaged and inspired. Our course is designed to develop your 'sociological imagination' – a transferable critical and analytical capacity which is valued by employers. Through interactive teaching and our commitment to personal tutoring we work hard to produce a vibrant, supportive and inclusive learning community. The course has been designed to enhance your employment prospects through modules that support particular career pathways, prepare you for the world of work, provide volunteering opportunities and the chance to reflect academically on any paid work you do. Our teaching is underpinned by research and there are excellent opportunities to get involved with research projects, both within the curriculum and through our research internship scheme. Our teaching staff are all approachable and committed to helping you to achieve your potential. Common to all our modules is a commitment to dynamic, responsive and innovative approaches to learning, teaching and assessment. Almost all the teaching on the course is undertaken by experienced members of staff who are either Fellows of the Higher Education Academy, or are working towards Fellowship. Our teaching team is regularly nominated for the Student Union Golden Apple Awards and members of the team have achieved Canterbury Christ Church University Teaching Excellence Awards. In 2011 we were awarded the National Award for Excellence in Teaching Sociology from the British Sociological Association (BSA) and the Subject Network for Learning and Teaching Sociology, Anthropology and Politics (C-SAP). The sociology team is also very proud of the opportunities it gives to students to apply their sociological imaginations in practical contexts. For instance, in our second year research skills module, our students undertake a piece of research for a local charity. Here they devise a research question, construct questionnaires and interview schedules, undertake the data collection, master and use data analysis packages and write a final report. This is valuable both for the organisation and the student, who acquires transferable skills and experience. Our volunteering module in the third year gives our students the opportunity to apply theory in practice, hone their skills of critical reflection and gain valuable work experience. Such opportunities help our students become informed, responsible, ethically sensitive citizens. Top reason to choose this course On our degree you will be encouraged not just to learn about Sociology, but to do Sociology - in a friendly, supportive, student focused context. Awards In 2011 the Programme was awarded the National Award for Excellence in Teaching Sociology. The award is given by the British Sociological Association (BSA) and the Subject Network for Learning and Teaching Sociology, Anthropology and Politics (C-SAP). 90% of Sociology and Social Science graduates were in employment or further study six months after completing their studies 2013-14 DLHE