Sociology (R57)

This degree lets you explore some of the major forces reshaping social life in a fast-changing world. You’ll be introduced to distinctively sociological ways of understanding the world and challenged to think more deeply about contemporary social problems. You’ll explore the most innovative social theory and influential traditions of social analysis. You'll gain practical skills in social research and the ability to plan and conduct a sociological project. On graduation, you’ll have a well-developed understanding of sociology and the nature of society’s groups, cultures, and organisations, and you will be in a position to make a positive difference in society.

Key features of the course

• Explore lively, topical and sometimes controversial issues affecting societies at local and global levels

• Get to grips with key sociological questions, including those that deal with social identity, such as class, gender, race and sexuality

• Use social theory to understand changes in work, culture, life and control

• Learn to critically evaluate evidence and understand sociological problems better, and think like a sociologist

• Explore a sociological topic of your own interest in depth in the final year.