2023/24 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Social and Political Sciences

Total credits: 360

Entry requirements:

AAB at A-level plus GCSE Mathematics at Grade C.
International Baccalaureate: 36 points overall, including 17 at the Higher Level.

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

School of Sociology and Social Policy

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

School of Sociology and Social Policy

Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:

Sociology, Social Policy, Politics and International Relations

Programme specification:

The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme in 2022/2023 or before. For students entering the programme from September 2023 or after, you can find the details of your programme: BSc Social and Political Sciences (For students entering from September 2023 onwards)

This interdisciplinary degree combines the study of society with cultural and political processes which shape human experience. As a Social and Political Sciences student, you will study the organisation and structure of society and consider the changing nature of human action, as well as the political and social theories that structure our political systems and the social forces that shape political life. You'll gain expertise in analysis, research, critical reading and writing and more as you develop an understanding of key topics.

In addition to areas such as comparative politics and central problems in sociology, you'll use examples from around the world to gain a firm grounding in the institutions and practices of modern political systems while exploring social values and the impact of social divisions. The programme is structured by a 'core' module pathway that guarantees a platform of learning and training complimented by a wide range of optional modules, enabling you to develop your interests in specialist areas. Within this 'optional' element, you will be able to follow one of our module 'pathways’ or construct your own programme in line with your interests and skills. You'll have the opportunity to study abroad which will enable you to develop an international perspective on your subject or undertake a work placement which will help you to develop your skills and give you an insight into working life in a particular organisation or sector. Throughout the course, you'll gain a diverse set of skills that will be valuable to you as a global citizen, as well as for your future career plans.

Year1 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules: 

Discovery modules:

Year2 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

In order to be eligible for an honours degree, students must meet the normal Rules for Award by passing all modules which are designated to be passed for award or progression and by passing the required number of credits at each level as specified in the Curricular Regulations (at least 200 credits at level 2 or above, of which at least 100 should be at level 3). Students must pass at least 100 credits at Level 2 and all core modules to proceed to the next level of the programme.

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

Optional modules:

Candidates MUST take 20 credits from the following 'Theory' modules:

Candidates will be required to study 80 credits from the following optional modules:

Students can either select from a themed route through levels 2 and 3 or can select their own suite of module options from the above list.
Themed routes are as follows:
- Divisions and Inequalities
- Crime and (In)Security
- Global Development
- Understanding Policy
- Culture, Media and Technology

Indicative routes can be found online here:
https://minerva.leeds.ac.uk/webapps/blackboard/execute/content/file?cmd=view&mode=designer&content_id=_9370236_1&course_id=_85335_1&framesetWrapped=true

Year3 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

In order to be eligible for an honours degree, students must meet the normal Rules for Award by passing all modules which are designated to be passed for award or progression and by passing the required number of credits at each level as specified in the Curricular Regulations (at least 200 credits at level 2 or above, of which at least 100 should be at level 3). Students must pass at least 100 credits at Level 3 and all core modules to proceed to gain the degree.

Optional modules:

Candidates are required to study one of the following 40 credit dissertation modules:

Students taking either SLSP3041 Sociology Dissertation or SLSP3051 Social Policy Dissertation MUST take the following Research Skills module:

Candidates will be required to study 60-80 credits from the following optional modules:

Students can either select from a themed route through levels 2 and 3 or can select their own suite of module options from the above list.
Themed routes are as follows:
- Divisions and Inequalities
- Crime and (In)Security
- Global Development
- Understanding Policy
- Culture, Media and Technology

Indicative routes can be found online here:
https://minerva.leeds.ac.uk/webapps/blackboard/execute/content/file?cmd=view&mode=designer&content_id=_9370236_1&course_id=_85335_1&framesetWrapped=true

Last updated: 06/07/2023 16:34:01

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