Why study Sociology?
How does society shape us? How do relationships between people and institutions affect the way we act? What does it mean to be a citizen of a country? If you’re interested in these fundamental questions, then this could be the course for you. We aim to challenge your assumptions and perhaps change a few, all the while helping you develop a range of skills that will help you in your career too.
On the course we’ll provide you with the opportunity to explore a range of techniques for investigating the social world in which we live. You’ll look at important sociological questions, such as how societies operate, exploring areas of power, identity politics, health and well-being, and how identities are constructed. As part of this we will look at different social groups and divisions around gender, ethnicity, culture, disability, sexuality and age.
How will you learn?
* You’ll have the opportunity to go on a compulsory work experience in your second year, previous students have worked in schools, colleges, charities, law firms, community organisations and commercial businesses. It’s about gaining work-ready skills, and useful contacts to help you get into the world of employment.
* In your second year you may have the opportunity to study abroad for a term.
* In your second and third years you’ll be able to tailor your studies and choose from a range of modules. You could begin to specialise in an area that really interests you.
* You'll also be eligible for student membership of the British Sociological Association (BSA), which could help you stand out from other candidates when it comes to finding employment.
Professional links and accreditations:
By studying this course you'll become eligible for student membership of the British Sociological Association (BSA - http://www.britsoc.co.uk/), giving you access to resources, events, and networking opportunities via the BSA community.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1
Core modules:
Introduction to Sociology - Society and Culture
Human Rights in Contemporary Society
Policy and Society
Exploring the Social Sciences
Year 2
Core modules:
Sociological Imagination
Researching Social Life
Exploring Work and Careers
Option modules. Choose three options from a list which may include:
Health; Identity and Social Change
Culture and Society
Gender Sexuality and Crime
Ethnicity and Nationalism
Competing Perspectives on Development
Inequalities and Social Policy
Year 3
Core module:
Final Year Project for the Social Sciences
Option modules:
Choose two options from a list which may include-
The Body and Society
Race; Ethnicity and Difference
Representing the Social: Culture and Society
Social Research and Enterprise
Also choose two options from a list which may include-
Terrorism and Conflict Resolution
Film and Cinema
Humanity 2.0: Living and Participating in the Digital Age
Critical Social Policy in Contemporary Society
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment will include coursework, practice/ competency based learning and examination. Your module specification/course handbook will provide full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
L300
Institution code:
H60
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade B in an A Level or a Distinction in BTEC Subsidiary Diploma or National Extended Certificate.
112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.
We are keen to support a wide and diverse range of applicants on to our courses. If you don't have the requisite standard entry qualifications, but you have the academic skills, experience and dedication needed to commence an undergraduate degree, you may be suitable for the Summer School as a stepping-stone onto one of our undergraduate courses. The Summer School is a short supportive programme, held one day a week over 6 weeks in the early summer period where you'll be introduced to academic subject content and academic skills, and then assessed through an individual written assignment. For further information visit our Summer School page (https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/bss-summerschool/).
You may be eligible to gain accreditation for your prior learning towards this course - (http://www.hud.ac.uk/hhs/apl).
Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
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If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum of IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
If you have alternative qualifications or do not meet the IELTS requirement we also offer a range of Pre-Sessional English Programmes (http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/enquirer/pre-sessionalenglishprogramme/).
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
80%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
EU
15000.0
Year 1
International
15000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
This information is for applicants applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2021/22. Please note that your tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X). This webpage will be updated with 2022/23 tuition fees as information becomes available.
If you are an EU or International student coming to study at the University of Huddersfield, please visit the International Fees and Finance pages for full details of tuition fees and support available - http://www.hud.ac.uk/international/tuition-fees/
Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.
Provider information
Queensgate
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Huddersfield
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