BA (Hons) in Sociology and Social Policy
University of Stirling
Key Information
Campus location
Stirling, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
36 - 48 months
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
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Application deadline
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Earliest start date
Sep 2024
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Introduction
Overview
Our Sociology and Social Policy course will let you understand the way society works and the processes and outcomes of social welfare. You’ll explore social differentiation and contemporary social issues, as well as looking at historical and theoretical perspectives on welfare. You’ll also be introduced to the development of social theory and get lots of practical experience in methods of social research and analysis.
Top reasons to study with us
#1 3rd in Scotland for Sociology (The Complete University Guide 2023)
#2 Top 5 in Scotland for Social Policy (The Complete University Guide 2023)
#3 Our modules are taught by experts in their fields and teaching is informed by the latest developments in social research
Curriculum
With our international and comparative approach, you’ll study topics that analyse society and welfare issues in a range of countries. We have particular expertise on Scotland, the UK, the European Union, Western and Central Europe, Australasia, North America and Latin America.
Course details
In Semesters 1-4, you’ll take core modules in:
- Social Differentiation - explores gender, age, ethnicity, class and disability in relation to the ways in which individuals and groups are valued and treated in different societies.
- Social Problems - contemporary social issues and policy responses.
- Understanding Social Policy - historical and theoretical perspectives on welfare; comparative social policy analysis.
- The Development of Social Theory – exploring the key theorists and ideas of the disciplines.
You’ll also choose two other subjects per semester.
In Semesters 5-8, you must take core advanced modules:
- The Development of Social Theory
The Research Process is split into two intensive core modules, we give you the opportunity to develop practical research skills through qualitative and quantitative research and an introduction to the methods of social research and analysis.
Additionally, you'll choose seven optional modules, which could include: Home, Housing and Community; Ageing, Social Policy and Society; Sociology of Childhood; Work and Society; Social Policy on the Ground; Cooperation and Participation; Alcohol and Society; and Race, Ethnicity and Migration.
Teaching
You’ll be taught through lectures, workshops and small discussion groups.
Year 1 modules aim to bridge the gap between school and university study through coursework assessments. You’ll also receive tuition in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, which is invaluable for your Year 4 dissertation.