Course Overview

This Joint Honours course will allow you to explore the external and internal forces that shape individuals and their behavior within society. Studying Sociology offers critical perspectives on contemporary society including its structures, rules, and the current social crisis. Psychology at Worcester offers opportunities to study many facets of the human psyche including forensic or clinical psychology, counseling, or business psychology.

A degree in Sociology is a gateway to many careers, especially jobs that involve managing and communicating with people, thinking out solutions to problems, and understanding the diverse society in which we live. Our graduates have an excellent employment record and have taken up a variety of careers, including careers in housing, the probation service, youth work, caring professions, social services, the police, business and personnel management, public relations, media, marketing, and teaching. In order to help you reflect, plan, and work on your career and progression aspirations, Sociology provides a number of opportunities for you to discuss and develop them.

General Eligibility

112 UCAS tariff points

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Apprentices whose first language is not English must have a minimum standard of English at IELTS 6 (with no less than 5.5 in any component).