Politics and Sociology, BA (Hons)

This course is ideal for those seeking to explore how personal attitudes and experiences intersect with broader political issues. Students will engage with modules from both politics and sociology, analyzing key topics such as globalisation, migration, and gender from political perspectives while examining their societal impacts. It addresses major global challenges through the application of political and sociological theories, policy analysis, and contemporary issues, with expert academics guiding the study of political ideas, institutions, and practices, including political economy, human rights, and security.Sociology modules complement politics by offering alternative viewpoints on topics like health, gender, and migration, while covering fundamentals of sociological analysis, social change, and everyday life. Students will gain research training and complete a final-year project on a chosen topic. Benefits include support for transitioning to degree-level study through skills workshops, enhanced employability via dedicated modules on transferable skills, opportunities for study abroad or placements, and learning from academics who influence real-world policies on issues like digital campaigning and education.