**Why choose this course**
At a time of growing inequality, polarisation, and social and political unrest, how can political institutions address deeply rooted problems in society?
Our BSc Politics and Sociology course will let you discover and understand the interactions between social and political trends. Our course will introduce you to the most important social policy questions in the UK, around Europe, and the world, and explore how those who make decisions impact on others.
Along the way you’ll be able to address the social and political issues behind th...
**Why choose this course**<br/>At a time of growing inequality, polarisation, and social and political unrest, how can political institutions address deeply rooted problems in society?<br/><br/>Our BSc Politics and Sociology course will let you discover and understand the interactions between social and political trends. Our course will introduce you to the most important social policy questions in the UK, around Europe, and the world, and explore how those who make decisions impact on others.<br/><br/>Along the way you’ll be able to address the social and political issues behind the biggest debates in contemporary society.<br/><br/>We are ranked 7th for Sociology and 9th for Politics in the UK in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.<br/><br/>Our award-winning Professional Training placements prepare students for roles in industry.<br/><br/>We were shortlisted for University of the Year in The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.<br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>Our BSc Politics and Sociology course will provide you with extensive knowledge of the interactions between ideology, policy-making, power and social structures. Looking at social policy from the perspective of political institutions, as well as the sociology of political structures, you’ll engage in a range of debates about the nature and impact of social problems.<br/><br/>Moreover, the study of policy-making in practice will provide you with an overview of opportunities and constraints affecting the way that policy is formed and implemented.<br/><br/>You’ll split your time equally between politics and sociology, developing a sound understanding of both disciplinary traditions and cultures.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Stag Hill
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Course Code
LL23
Institution Code
S85
Points of Entry
Year 1
A levelB,B,B Overall: BBB Applicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element. We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking. UCAS TariffScottish HigherA,B,B,B,B Overall: ABBBB GCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C Maths: Scottish National 5 - C Access to HE DiplomaD:27,M:18 Overall: QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 27 at Distinction and 18 at Merit. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 Overall: 32 GCSE or Equivalent: English, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths Studies, SL4. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE English Language at Grade C(4) and Mathematics at Grade C (4) (or equivalent). Scottish Advanced HigherB,B,B Overall: BBB GCSE or Equivalent: English Language: Scottish National 5 - C Maths: Scottish National 5 - C Extended ProjectA Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Overall: Pass overall with BBB from a combination of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A levels. Applicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element. We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. |
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