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Sociology with Social Policy BA
at University of Sheffield

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 24,750
Country Rank#12
Duration36 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 88

Program Overview

This course covers the fundamentals of sociological and social policy analysis. You'll explore research techniques and information retrieval while developing your presentation and analytical skills.

Social policy is a cutting-edge discipline. Alongside exploring a range of sociological issues, you will also have the opportunity to learn more about complex global challenges such as social inequalities, health, welfare, income, labour and migration.

Course Content
A selection of modules are available each year - some examples are below. There may be changes before you start your course.

Choose a year to see modules for a level of study:

First year

Core modules:
- Classical Sociological Theory
- Doing Social Research
- Exploring Classical Social Thought Seminars
- Introducing Criminology
- Introduction to Social Research
- Social Divisions Seminar
- The Sociological Imagination Seminar
- The Sociology of Everyday Life
- Understanding Inequality
- Welfare Politics and the State
- SCS@UoS
Second year

Core modules:
- Doing Qualitative Sociological Research
- Doing Quantitative Sociological Research
- Dynamics of Social Change and Policy
- Social Problems: Policy and Practice
- Sociological Theory and Analysis
Third year

Core modules:
- Dissertation in Social Policy
- The Value of Sociology
Entry Requirement
Applicants with a minimum aggregate of 75% and 75-80% in key subjects at Standard XII will typically be considered for direct admission to undergraduate degree programmes.
Applicants with a minimum of 3 A levels will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes.
International Baccalaureate diploma holders will be considered for direct admission to undergraduate programmes. Required scores and subjects vary from course to course.

Fees & Scholarships

International Tuition Fees:

£24750 per year

Career Prospect

Our graduates work in a range of sectors including broadcasting, the police service, teaching and social work. They are also employed in local government, the civil service, charity and campaign organisations and market research.

Some have carried out graduate training with national and international companies, and are employed around the world. Many go on to masters courses in sociology and social policy and other areas such as human resources.

You could pursue a career in marketing, communications and PR, or work in museums, theatres or charitable organisations.

Cost Of Studying At University of Sheffield

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Sociology with Social Policy BA at University of Sheffield