Sociology, Social Policy and Crime MA
Master
In Bradford
Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Bradford
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
This new full-time programme gives you the social policy insight and leadership skills required for senior roles in sectors such as:
Government
NGO / third sector
Criminal justice system
The programme provides an interdisciplinary approach to the study of social sciences, equipping you with a deep understanding of social, criminological and cultural factors at work in contemporary societies in the UK and abroad. Modules address topics including:
crime and identity
asylum-seekers
human rights
social exclusion
social policy research methods
The MA in Sociology, Social Policy and Crime is taught by experienced staff with strong research records in sociology, social policy and vocational and professional subjects such as education and social work.
This course is also available as a Postgraduate Diploma.
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About this course
A first degree award of 2:2 or above in one of the following: Sociology, Social Policy, Criminology, History, Law, Psychology or Political Studies.
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Subjects
- Social Policy
- Sociology
- International
- Social Theory
- Crime
- Communication
- Analyse
- Criminal Justice
- Researching
- Cultural and international context of punishment
Course programme
The modules for this course can be found in the latest programme specification.
Stage 1: Level 4 Semester 1
- Contemporary Sociology and Crime. 20 credits
Analyse the complex interactions of social theory, social structure, politics, public policy and ideology using a contemporary public case study. - Policing, Punishment and Change. 20 credits
Learn to critique ideas about 'punishment', including understanding the historical, cultural and international context of punishment. You will also gain practical experience of criminal justice organisation. - Elective. 20 credits
Students will be eligible to exit with the award of Postgraduate Certificate if they have successfully completed 60 credits and have achieved the award learning outcomes.
Semester 2
- Minorities and Refugees: A century caught between persecution and self-reliance. 20 credits.
- Gendered Transitions. 20 credits
Gain an understanding of gender roles and positions in relation to offending behaviour, feminism as a social movement, the development of feminist contributions to criminology, and the development of post-1945 policy initiatives encouraging gender equality. - Researching the Social World. 20 credits
Develop and implement research strategies and methodologies relevant to sociology and criminology.
Students will be eligible to exit with the award of Postgraduate Diploma if they have successfully completed at least 120 credits and have achieved the award learning outcome.
Semester 3
- Dissertation in Sociology, Social Policy and Crime. 20 credits
Master the literature in a particular field of study relating to sociology, social policy and/or crime and develop research and written presentation skills at level 7.
Students will be eligible for the award of Degree of Master if they have successfully completed at least 180 credits and achieved the award learning outcomes.
Sociology, Social Policy and Crime MA