BA(Hons) English and Social Sciences

Summary: This programme provides a grounding in Psychology and Sociology combined with the study of English Literature








Course description: The Social Science components have been chosen to suit students who are interested in the more people centred aspects of Psychology and Sociology, with an emphasis on mental health, social psychology, child development, criminology and the sociology of education. English modules explore texts from different periods and develop skills of close critical analysis.
All of City College Norwich’s Degree programmes are validated by the UEA, meaning that the quality of the awards you get is assured by a world renowned Higher Education organisation. The UEA is a UK top 20 and world top 150 university.
Teaching is usually over two semesters of twelve weeks each with a weekly attendance of  two days a week. You will normally study three modules,worth 20 credits each (dissertation 40 credits), in a semester. Teaching will involve lectures, guest speakers, small group sessions or seminars, tutorials, workshops, visits to conferences, theatre and cinema and field trips.
Year 1 (level 4) modules

Myth and Criticism.  Explore the techniques of critical analysis and the biblical and classical stories that underpin literary texts

A History of Children’s Literature.  Looking at the construction of childhood in texts written for children

Culture and representation. Introduces the interpretation of culture in a range of media

The sociological imagination. Introduces sociology

Self and society.  How we behave and feel in groups

Higher Learning Skills. Introduces the skills needed for study at degree level
Year 2 (level 5) modules

The Renaissance. Looking at literary texts from the Renaissance in their cultural context

Applied Social Psychology. Looking at how social psychology has contributed to understanding human behaviour

Revolution and Reaction (option).Looking at literary texts from the eighteenth century and the Romantic period in their cultural context

Sociology of Education (option). Looking at key sociological perspectives on schooling and education

The Individual in Society (option). Looking at the role of the individual within society

Health Psychology and Behavioural Change (option). Covers mental health

Preparation for Work and Research. Developing skills required for future employment and academic research
Year 3 (level 6) modules

Contemporary Literature and Culture. Looking at contemporary literary texts in their cultural context

Good and Evil. A sociology module on the nature of social and anti-social behaviour

Victorians and Victorianism ​(option). Looking at literary texts from the Victorian period in their cultural context

Modernism (option).  Looking at literary texts from the early twentieth century in their cultural context

Relationships and Evolutionary Psychology (option). Covers attraction and sexual relationships

Clinical and Forensic Psychology. Covers depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions alongside different forms of therapy and treatment

Dystopian Fiction (option). Study of dystopian writings from a range of periods

Dissertation.  An extended piece of work (10 to 12,000 words) on a subject of your own choice









Entry requirements: We attract students from varied backgrounds and encourage them to reach their full potential. A minimum of 160 tariff points is usually required but we have no standard offer as we take into account your reference, motivation and commitment to the course, as well as any projected or actual A level grades or other qualifications. We welcome students from Access Diplomas and applicants may be invited to interview.
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading), the required minimum is:

IELTS (SELT): 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

Or GCSE English A*-C

Or equivalent qualification. Please contact the Advice Shop for advice and guidance 
International candidates are also actively encouraged to access the International Students webpage. 









Learning outcome: The programme seeks to ensure that on graduation you should be able to:

Work with confidence both independently and as a member of a group or team.

Demonstrate a capacity for systematic, conceptual and critical thinking.

Show flexible and creative approaches to problem solving.

Communicate clearly and appropriately, demonstrating a sense of audience.

Manage information effectively in a range of media.

Act in an ethical manner demonstrating political, social and cultural awareness.

Produce output that is literate, numerate and coherent.
 









Objective: On this course you will acquire knowledge of many different texts and literary genres and of psychological and sociological theories, but you will also develop crucial skills of analysis and argument. You will learn to communicate effectively, use IT, and work individually and in groups to solve problems. These are all skills that are valued by employers.
 









Assessment: All modules are assessed at the end of the semester and some modules have additional mid semester assignments. We use various assessment methods, including examinations, essays, in class assessments, presentations, portfolios, dissertations and projects.









Academic progression: Graduates from the course have embarked on research careers by undertaking Masters and PhD programmes of study at other institutions.









Career progression: Past students have gone into a variety of careers including teacher training, research assistant, librarianship, publishing, local radio, management and administration, professional sports coaching, mental health nursing, health and social care, youth work, marketing and website design and joining the police graduate trainee scheme.









Course fee per year: £7 500.00








Costs: Please see our Higher Education funding page for details of support available. 
For international students, please contact our International Student Adviser  in the first instance. We also recommend you take a look at our International Students webpage.