Colchester, United Kingdom
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Full time
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Introduction
BA Sociology with Human Rights
Our course provides a thorough training in the major areas of sociology and human rights. Growing your understanding of both fields, and developing a wide array of practical research skills, you are encouraged to explore and address the broadest questions about our society. You cover the many different social tensions, interactions and networks that make up everyday life, as well as the definition, development, and abuse of rights around the globe. With an impressive range of optional modules to choose from, you can engage your curiosity about a wide range of topics such as:
- Forms of democracy
- Principles and practices of human rights
- Ethics and public policy
- Citizenship, multiculturalism and human rights
- Social divisions and inequality
You also have the opportunity to complete a supervised dissertation on a topic that inspires you, encouraging you to think differently and connect with live issues and debates, and preparing you for your graduate career.
We are 2nd in UK for research power in sociology (Times Higher Education research power measure, Research Excellence Framework 2021) and ranked 9th in the UK for Sociology in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022.
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Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Human Rights
- The Sociological Imagination
- Researching Social Life I
- Career Development and Making a Difference
Year 2
- Human Rights & Social Justice: Structures, Theory and Practice
- Power and Agency in a Global World
- Analysing Social Life
- Career Development and Making a Difference
Final Year
- Selected Issues in Human Rights
- Rethinking Modernity
- Career Development and Making a Difference
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Career Opportunities
A good sociology course, especially one from a recognised centre of excellence like Essex, opens many doors.
Our students are in demand from a wide range of employers in a host of occupations, including local and central government, NGOs, social work, market research, project management, fundraising, auditing, marketing, case-work, youth and community work, voluntary sector management and lobbying.
Our recent graduates have gone on to work for a wide range of high-profile companies including:
- The Institute of Public Finance
- Guardian Professional
- Home Officer
- Synergy Healthcare Research
- Ipsos-Mori
We also work with the University's Student Development Team to help you find out about further work experience, internships, placements, and voluntary opportunities. Take a look at our dedicated careers pages forSociologyandHuman Rights.
Program delivery
BA Sociology with Human Rights: 3 years
BA Sociology with Human Rights (Including Year Abroad): 4 years
BA Sociology with Human Rights (Including Placement Year): 4 years
- Teaching is arranged to allow a lot of freedom in how you organise your learning experience, with a focus on discussion and problem-solving
- Lab sessions to improve technical research skills