BA (Honours) Social Sciences (Sociology)

This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences (R23) degree. Alongside studying the interdisciplinary social sciences, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how sociologists make sense of social worlds, investigating topical issues such as immigration, social networking, and adolescent mental health. On completion of your degree, you’ll be able to apply social theories and analytical techniques to a variety of topics that affect individuals and society. You’ll also acquire transferable skills highly valued by employers – opening employment opportunities in private, public, and voluntary sector organizations.

• Specialize in sociology within a broad interdisciplinary social science degree.

• Learn how to apply cutting-edge sociological ideas to a broad range of real-world situations.

• Enhance your employability with valued skills that include evaluating evidence, and communicating specialist ideas and information to different audiences.

• Relevant to careers where critical analysis is at a premium or involves understanding the workings of society. 

• Offers the option to complete a dissertation in the final stage. 

There are no formal entry requirements to study this qualification.

In a distance learning course, there are typically no strict regulations regarding part-time employment, providing students with the flexibility to pursue work opportunities while studying remotely. This autonomy allows individuals to manage their schedules and balance professional commitments with their educational pursuits.