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BA Sociology

University of Lancashire

Institution
University of Lancashire
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Sociology
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
L300

Entry requirements

104-112 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D* Pass Access Course: 104-112 UCAS Points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: M IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

About this course

BA (Hons) Sociology, examining how societies function and shape everyday life. Core topics include Research Methods, Communication & Writing, Global & Comparative Perspective, and Ethics & Professional Practice. A work placement module offers practical experience in workplace settings, and the programme takes an international comparative approach to sociological study.

Modules

  • The Past in the Present: History, Heritage, and Society
  • Youth Identity and Difference
  • Sociological Ways of Thinking
  • Media and Culture
  • The Sociology of Health
  • Humanities in Context
  • Reading Texts
  • Writing for Professional Practice
  • Work Placement
  • Research Methods
  • Sociology and Education
  • Contemporary Thinkers
  • The Sociology of Religion
  • Sociology of Social Movements
  • Sociology of Childhood
  • Migration, Mobilities and Immobilities
  • New Perspectives on Cybercrime
  • Policy Interpretations: Comparative Perspectives
  • Violent Times? Violence, Conflict and Culture
  • Sexy Bodies: Sexuality and the Body