Sociology (with Foundation) BA (Hons)

<strong>Why Sociology with a Foundation Year</strong>?<br/>On this course you’ll question power, identity and inequality, tackling real-world issues from sustainability to justice. Learn through debates, guest speakers and hands-on research with organisations that make a difference.<br/><strong>Committed to making a difference</strong><br/>Work with staff passionately committed to making a difference. Examine key intersectional issues to tackle systemic injustices and advocate for social change.<br/><strong>In-built work experience</strong><br/>Build extra-curricular CVs with opportunities to work with lecturers on staff research projects.<br/><strong>Confront environmental harm</strong><br/>Sociology explores the social roots of climate change and environmental degradation, highlighting how marginalized groups disproportionately bear the brunt of ecological crises.<br/><strong>Real-world experience</strong><br/>Learn outside the classroom in real-world settings, to critically understand the practical application of theoretical sociological concepts.<br/><br/><strong>Why a Foundation Year?</strong><br/>An integrated foundation year is an extra, introductory year at the beginning of the full degree. If you don’t meet the stated entry requirements or you’re returning to education, it could be a great option that enables you to study this course. As well as an introduction to your subject, it will help you to develop valuable study skills, and communication, teamwork and problem-solving techniques, giving you the confidence and skills set you need to progress.<br/><br/><strong>Why University of Gloucestershire?</strong><br/>University of Gloucestershire (UoG) is a vibrant, close-knit and diverse community where small class sizes and dedicated personal tutors ensure students receive guidance and support from day one. UoG has been offering a wide range of degrees, courses and apprenticeships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels since 1847. Alongside our strong support system, guest speakers, networking events and influential partnerships will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study.<br/><br/><strong>Our promises to you</strong><br/>1. <strong>UoG Career Promise</strong> – if youre not in a job 6 months after graduating, we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support post-graduation should you need it, followed by the offer of a paid internship and lifetime career coaching (eligibility conditions apply).<br/>2. <strong>UoG Accommodation Promise</strong> – we guarantee all first-year students’ accommodation on, or near, the campus you’re studying at.<br/>3. <strong>UoG Connections Promise</strong> – offering thousands of placements, internships, clubs and societies to help students find their community and build valuable experience and career connections.<br/><br/><strong>After the course</strong><br/>Your story doesn’t end with us at graduation. We support our graduates to balance purpose with ambition, and 95% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course*. <br/>*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2024 and based on 2021/22 leavers.<br/><br/><strong>Student life</strong> <br/>Home to 11,300 students and 900 staff across four campuses, University of Gloucestershire offers dynamic learning environments on the edge of the Cotswolds, the UK’s largest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With over 45 festivals each year, global business placements nearby and more than 500 bars, clubs and pubs, Cheltenham is known as the ‘Festival Town’, while Gloucester blends rich history with a modern city feel, from its iconic cathedral to its famous docks.<br/><br/><strong>Visit us</strong><br/>Come and explore our campuses, facilities, teaching areas and accommodation. You’ll get the chance to attend course talks and meet our lecturers, current students and support staff and answer all of your questions. Book to come to an open day at glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay.<br/><br/><strong>To find out more information about this course visit glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.</strong>