University of Lincoln
BA (Hons) Social Policy and Sociology
Lincoln, United Kingdom
DURATION
3 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Creating effective social policies is key to tackling the big issues we face in society today such as poverty, health inequality, and unemployment.
Social Policy and Sociology at Lincoln draws on these two key disciplines to offer an insight into the diverse social groups, structures, and practices that make up society.
The degree aims to analyse and critique the different social constructions of everyday life. It offers students the opportunity to engage in key debates about social problems and the welfare of citizens, alongside the study of sociological theory and research methods.
"This information was correct at the time of publishing (July 2023)"
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Scholarships and Funding
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships.
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
How You Study
The degree provides an opportunity for students to engage in research-led teaching and gain insight into innovative academic theories and practices. There is a distinct range of modules, drawing upon the expertise of academics in the School of Social and Political Sciences and the wider university, in order to offer an academically rigorous and contemporary programme.
In the first year, students can build their knowledge base, by looking at key social science concepts, social issues, and social justice. As the course progresses, specialist modules are designed to enable students to advance their discipline-specific knowledge. The course aims to develop a range of transferable skills relevant to different career paths.
First Year
- Applying Research (Social Sciences) (Core)
- Key Social Science Concepts (Core)
- Social Issues and Social Justice (Core)
- Sociological Imagination (Core)
Second Year
- (Re)Reading the Sociological Canon I (Core)
- (Re)reading the Sociological Canon II (Core)
- Comparative Politics and Policy (Core)
- Debating Welfare States (Core)
- Ideology into Practice (Core)
- Researching in Social Science (Core)
- Challenges of European Politics (Option)†
- Conceptualising Sex Work (Option)†
- Criminology in the Professions (Option)†
- Model United Nations (Option)†
- Nations and Nationalism (Option)†
- Policing Crime and Deviance (Option)†
- Political Parties (Option)†
- Psychology in the Criminal Justice Process (Option)†
- Social Engagement (Option)†
- Sociology of Education (Option)†
- The Vigilant State: intelligence and national security (Option)†
- Thinking Politics (Option)†
- Understanding Domestic Abuse (Option)†
- Understanding the City (Option)†
- Welfare Policy and Work (Option)†
- Work and Society (Option)†
- Youth Justice (Option)†
- Youth, Culture and Resistance (Option)†
Third Year
- Analysing the Policy Process (Core)
- Contemporary Social Theories and Approaches (Core)
- Independent Study (Core)
- Understanding the Policy Process (Core)
- Body Politics (Option)†
- Care or control? Welfare institutions in Britain before the welfare state (Option)†
- Children, Families and the State (Option)†
- Counter-Terrorism Studies (Option)†
- Crimes of the Powerful (Option)†
- Gender and Violence (Option)†
- Global Civil Society (Option)†
- Global Governance (Option)†
- Human Rights (Social Sciences) (Option)†
- Multiculturalism and Britishness (Option)†
- Parliamentary Studies (Option)†
- Police Studies (Option)†
- Race and Racism (Option)†
- Terrorism and Extremism in the United Kingdom (Option)†
- The Developing World (Option)†
- The Politics of Global Health (Option)†
- The Politics of Masculinity (Option)†
- War Crimes and Genocide (Option)†
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
How You Are Assessed
The way students are assessed in this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that may be used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests.
The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Program Outcome
How You Study
The degree provides an opportunity for students to engage in research-led teaching and gain an insight into innovative academic theories and practices. There is a distinct range of modules, drawing upon the expertise of academics in the School of Social and Political Sciences and the wider university, in order to offer an academically rigorous and contemporary programe.
In the first year, students can build their knowledge base, looking at key social science concepts, social issues, and social justice. As the course progresses, specialist modules are designed to enable students to advance their discipline-specific knowledge. The course aims to develop a range of transferable skills relevant to different career paths.
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Career Opportunities
A diverse range of careers are open to Social Policy graduates. They may include roles in local government and the public sector, in policy development within parliament, lobbying or research with think tanks, or in the charity and not-for-profit sectors. Some graduates continue on to postgraduate study or professional training.