BA Sociology with Social Psychology
University of Essex
Key Information
Campus location
Colchester, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
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Pace
Full time
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Introduction
BA Sociology with Social Psychology
Our course provides a thorough grounding in social psychology and sociology, exploring why individuals, groups, and cultures are the way they are and examining why they might be different, as well as developing your qualitative and quantitative research skills.
You explore the many different social tensions, interactions and networks that make up everyday life from how we relate to politicians, celebrities and friends, to how we define ourselves, our families, and others. You engage your curiosity about a wide selection of sociological questions and topic, including:
- Social psychology, psychoanalysis and social interaction
- Psychology and the science of human behaviour
- Sociology of migration, religious belief, and multinational corporations
- Receive training in sociological methods how to design a survey, conduct an interview, and use quantitative analysis from basic statistic to big data in order to ask the difficult questions
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.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
- Researching Social Life I
- The Sociological Imagination
- Applied Psychology
- Career Development and Making a Difference
Year 2
- Power and Agency in a Global World
- Social Psychology (Sociology): Self and Interaction
- Analysing Social Life
- Career Development and Making a Difference
Final Year
- Rethinking Modernity
- Career Development and Making a Difference
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
A good sociology course, especially one from a recognised centre of excellence like Essex, opens many doors.
Sociology students are well-suited 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
- United
- 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.
Program delivery
BA Sociology with Social Psychology: 3 years
BA Sociology with Social Psychology (Including Year Abroad): 4 years
BA Sociology with Social Psychology (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