The BSc (Hons) Sociology degree gives you the chance to delve into key ‘real-world’ issues and investigate how they are used to shape society. With a strong emphasis on applied sociology, you’ll explore current global affairs and gain an international perspective of society. From globalisation and migration to war and conflict; money, power, and control, our Sociology degree tackles the big issues affecting everyone all over the world.
You’ll be encouraged to view society in a different and more analytical fashion, as we help broaden your thinking in new and exciting ways – taking your learning beyond the classroom. You’ll also gain an in-depth understanding of the social theory and methods. So by the time you graduate, you’ll be equipped you with the transferable skills to make sense of the social world and prepare you for the workplace. Membership of the British Sociology Association is open to our Sociology students and graduates, so you’ll have access to the latest developments in this field.
Foundation Year
The BSc (Hons) Sociology is also available as a four year course including an integrated Foundation Year, and is designed for students who do not currently meet admissions criteria for direct entry onto the degree.
You will start by completing a foundation year, which provides well structured support, allowing you to develop your skills and knowledge before continuing onto the three year degree programme.
Course Details - Modules
During the first year of your Sociology degree, you will gain a firm foundation in a range of applied approaches and sociology theory by extending the material you encountered in core modules at A-level. Key sociology themes introduced in this year will underpin the remainder of your studies.
In subsequent years, you’ll have the chance to delve into more fascinating aspects of sociology that cover an array of topical issues affecting society all over the world.
You’ll conduct supervised research on a topic of your choice and be part of an annual dissertation conference where you can gain peer and professional feedback on your research before finally submitting your work.
Year One
•Undertaking Social Science Research
•Understanding Modern European Society
•Conflict, Crisis and Change – International Perspectives
•Poverty, Inequality and Social Exclusion
•Classical Sociological Theories
•Sociology of Childhood and Youth
Year Two
•Research Methods in the Social Science
•Work Experience in Sociology
•Global Perspectives on Violence and Society
•Social Justice and Social Exclusion
•Contemporary Social Theory
Plus one module from the following options:
•International Focus on Equality, Diversity, Race, Culture and Ethnicity
•Society and the environment
Year Three
•Dissertation
•Global Conflict, War and Peace
•Social Policy and Young People
•Sociology of Sport
•Families, Youth and Community
•Self and Society
•International Security
Foundation Year
The BSc (Hons) Sociology is also available as a four year course including an integrated Foundation Year, and is designed for students who do not currently meet admissions criteria for direct entry onto the degree.
You will start by completing a foundation year, which provides well structured support, allowing you to develop your skills and knowledge before continuing onto the three year degree programme.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this 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:
1J1F
Institution code:
W01
Campus Name:
Pontypridd
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
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
Combinations with other listed qualifications are acceptable and others not listed may also be acceptable – please contact enquiries@southwales.ac.uk.
Pass Diploma with 60 credits overall to include 45 level 3 credits all Passes. The remaining 15 credits will be level 2 or ungraded.
Combinations of credits amounting to the same tariff points are acceptable – if you have any questions please contact enquiries@southwales.ac.uk.”
Combinations with other listed qualifications are acceptable and others not listed may also be acceptable – please contact enquiries@southwales.ac.uk.
GCSEs: The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual circumstances.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
EU
9000.0
Year 1
England
9000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9000.0
Year 1
Scotland
9000.0
Year 1
Wales
9000.0
Year 1
International
12600.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the University’s library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the University website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense.
Students from Wales and the EU may be eligible for a means-tested Welsh Government Learning Grant. Please visit the University website for full details.
Provider information
Llantwit Road
Treforest
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Pontypridd
CF37 1DL
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