BA (Hons) Social Sciences

This course provides you with knowledge and understanding about the social world but also encourages you to develop wider skills relevant to employment. You’ll have the opportunity to learn about social scientific research on a range of subjects including Scottish cultural identity, environmental politics, social inequalities, the sociology of organisations and social change. You’ll also learn about doing research and carry out your own research projects. The most important skill you’ll acquire on this course is the ability to think critically and analytically. You’ll learn to assimilate and interpret vastly differing viewpoints and information, developing them in the context of social theories and practices. Your communication and collaborative skills will be enhanced, as will your knowledge of social research methods. This is a full-time course studied over four years. You’ll learn by a variety of teaching methods including lectures, tutorials, laboratory sessions and through independent study. Whether you complete the Honours degree or graduate after three years to progress to further studies in teacher training or social work, you’ll leave with a comprehensive understanding of society, culture and human interaction. What you study Year 1 Introduction to Sociology Contemporary British History Understanding Social Science Research Introduction to Criminology Understanding Social Change Social Psychology Year 2 Politics in British Society Doing Quantitative Research Sociological Theory Society, Space & Place Options from modules such as: Volunteering & Employability Psychology of Child Development Popular Culture Film Theory Global Current Affairs Creativity, Innovation & Enterprise Year 3 Sociology of Organisations Researching the Social Sciences Options from modules such as: Environment, Politics & Society Sexuality & Gender History of Crime, Correction & Reform Interpreting Scottish History Social & Cultural Landscapes Violence, Victimisation & Society Counselling Psychology Social Psychology Work Psychology Year 4 Preparing for the Honours Project Honours Project Options from modules such as: Social Identities Cultural Values of the Natural World Sociology of Design Surveillance & Society Science, Technology and Society Critical Psychology Abnormal Psychology Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.