Swansea University 2023 Undergraduate Prospectus

6 STUDENT SATISFACTION IN THE UK TH (Complete University Guide 2022)

SOCIOLOGY SINGLETON PARK CAMPUS

Studying a Sociology degree will equip you with the theoretical foundation to understand people's behaviour as social beings, as well as the social, cultural, political and economic factors influencing society. You will learn how to use social research tools, develop the ability to analyse and critically evaluate evidence and construct arguments around the complex societal issues that affect us all.

Foundation Year available – see pages 58-63 for full details Global Opportunities available † Welsh Scholarships/Bursaries available  Work Placement or Internship Opportunities available International Students foundation programme available

You will be taught by an academic team who are research active and widely published. The flexible structure of the degree gives you the scope to tailor your studies to your particular interests and career ambitions. You will also have the opportunity to take part in work placements to build on your skills, experience, and enhance your career prospects. These placements could include local authorities, businesses, healthcare settings, education settings and charities, depending on your interests and career goals.

TYPICAL MODULES INCLUDE: Year 1 • Economics In Society • Individuals and Society • Social Inquiry in Practice • Sociology: Contemporary Controversies • Sociology: The Classics Year 2

TYPICAL OFFER: AAB-ABB

Detailed entry requirements and course features available on the Course Reference Grid (page 160) †

• Education, Policy and Society • Interrogating Quantitative and Qualitative Social Science Methods • Investigating Gender • Social Problems

BSc Single Honours ▲ Criminology and Sociology ♦ Criminology and Sociology (with Year in Industry/Abroad) ▲ Sociology ♦ Sociology (with Foundation Year) BSc Joint Honours Sociology and ▲ Psychology ♦ Psychology (with Foundation Year) ▲ Social Policy ♦ Social Policy (with Foundation Year) ▲ 3 YEAR ♦ 4 YEAR For individual UCAS course codes please visit the course web page

• Social Problems: Media, Myths and Moral Panics Year 3 • Disability • Dissertation • Humans and Other Animals • Investigating Gender

• Policy and Society • Social Movements

FUTURE CAREERS: • Postgraduate Study

• Professional Education and Training such as Law, Journalism or Teaching • Public Services • Research in Public or Private Bodies • The Civil Service • Voluntary/Third Sector Organisations

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