Sociology

University Centre Telford

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Telford

  • Duration

    3 Years

The Sociology degree offers you the chance to analyse and understand the complexities of the global world in which we live. During your studies, you will learn about the concepts, theories and methods essential to what we call a ‘sociological imagination’ – that special way of identifying, describing and understanding the nature of social life.

Over the course of your studies, you will develop critical understanding of a range of institutional conditions, cultural processes and social relations, within and across societies. In the course of learning selected ‘social facts’ of society, you will be able to apply those concepts, theories and methods that are unique to this exciting discipline.

Students are encouraged to share knowledge and be enterprising with their ideas in self-directed and cooperative learning activities. You will acquire the skills necessary to gather evidence and apply theories to a range of social issues, and to communicate your ideas through interpersonal and digitally literate ways. At each level of study you are given the opportunity to undertake accredited voluntary work in the local community or a work placement – an experience that broadens your sociological knowledge, deepens your appreciation of civic responsibility and enhances your opportunities for graduate employment.

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Telford (Shropshire)
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Level 3 Southwater One, Southwater Sqare, Southwater Way, TF3 4JG

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About this course

As a graduate of this course you will be able to demonstrate:

Critically understand a range of theoretical and methodological approaches in Sociology and comprehend the distinctive character of Sociological thought;
Critically review, synthesise, analyse and evaluate a wide range of appropriate evidence in relation to a variety of social theories, and to mobilise a reasoned, sociologically informed argument;
Conduct quantitative and qualitative research in a preliminary way, and communicate findings to a range of audiences using appropriate technologies in digitally literate ways;
Demonstrate a wide range of conceptual and practical skills commensurate with graduate employment, and personal and social development;
Work independently by directing, managing and reflecting upon your learning activities, and to engage cooperatively with others in the planning, preparation and execution of tasks;
Demonstrate a range of conceptual and practical skills commensurate with graduate employment, and an understanding of the importance of equality and diversity in your outlook towards and relationships with others.

2019 Entry

‘A’ levels at grade BBC - CCC
BTEC QCF Extended Diploma grade MMM, BTEC QCF Diploma grade DD
Access to HE Diploma full award (Pass of 60 credits - of which a minimum of 45 credits must be at level 3 including 18 at Merit or Distinction).
If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.
International student language requirements and application guidance can be found at
Successful completion of the International Foundation Year in Social Sciences guarantees entry on to this course

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Subjects

  • Sociology
  • Social Policy

Course programme

Semester 1 Starters:

UNDERGRADUATE

Year 1

4SA007 The Development of the Welfare State: 1945-2010 (20 Credits)

4PO003 Introduction to British Politics 20 SEM1 Core (20 Credits)

4SA008 Contemporary Social Policy (20 Credits)

4CJ003 Thinking about Crime or 4SL005 The Sociological Imagination (20 Credits)

4SL010 The Media and the Manufacture of Deviance or 4SL011 Volunteering in the Community or 4PO006 Contemporary Capitalism or 4EC002 Macroeconomic Principles or 4CJ002 Criminal Justice or 4GK006 Success in Higher Education or 4WL003 Elementary Language (20 Credits)

4SL010 The Media and the Manufacture of Deviance or 4SL011 Volunteering in the Community or 4PO006 Contemporary Capitalism or 4EC002 Macroeconomic Principles or 4CJ002 Criminal Justice or 4GK006 Success in Higher Education or 4WL003 Elementary Language (20 Credits)

Year 2

5SA007 Paying for Welfare (20 Credits)

5SA014 Families, Children and the State (20 Credits)

5SA009 Communities in Social Policy (20 Credits)

5SL007 Doing Quantitative Research (20 Credits)

5CJ006 Punishment and Society or 5PO006 Contemporary Britain or 5SL001 Racism, Diversity and difference in the British Context or 5WL002 Elementary Language (20 Credits)

5SL008 Volunteering in Action or 5LW016 Housing and Welfare Law or 5CJ009 Victims and Offenders (20 Credits)

Year 3

6SL012 Qualitative Research Methods (20 Credits)

6SA004 Independent Project Social Policy (20 Credits)

6SA003 Approaches to Poverty and Social Exclusion or 6SA004 Independent Project Social Policy (20 Credits)

6CJ006 Controlling Crime or 6SL008 Globalisation: Struggles and Resistance (20 Credits)

6SL011 The Sociology of Migration or 6CJ002 Prisons and Prisoners or 6LW043 Nationality, Immigration and Asylum (20 Credits)

6SA001 Participation and Policy or 6SA008 Social Policy of Work and Labour Markets (20 Credits)

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