Everybody has their own ideas about today’s society, but the question is: how do we gain an accurate picture of what is really happening? This course will transform your understanding of the social world and give you the confidence, knowledge and skills to explore, analyse and understand the dramatic and diverse changes affecting our lives.
You'll develop the confidence, knowledge and skills to help you analyse social issues, ranging from the most everyday or intimate experiences, to those linked to global or historical questions. By the end of the course, you'll have practical research skills, the ability to critically analyse arguments and images, as well as the confidence to defend and justify your own opinions.
Studying sociology will help you to think critically and ethically. You'll look at previous theories on changes in society and culture which will help you to consider how the modern world has developed and how we can bring about change.
You'll do research into the 'real world' of society through your independent studies module. So you'll explore an area you're interested in through fieldwork or data collection and will use the skills you've developed when you learn about research methods. It's a great opportunity to undertake research and put your knowledge to practical use. The skills you develop will be useful in your future career.
During stage two, you'll have the opportunity to study Sociology abroad for one semester, as part of our ERASMUS programme. Our students currently go to Charles University in Prague. This will help you to look at sociological issues from different perspectives, broaden your experience and develop your confidence. You'll gain an international perspective and develop a range of life skills that will look great on your CV, helping you to stand out in the job market when you graduate.
You'll have a personal tutor to help you throughout your degree and all our staff are really approachable and can be easily contacted.
