2023/24 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Social and Political Sciences (For students entering from September 2023 onwards)

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:

We are currently refreshing our courses to make sure students have the best possible experience. Where there is no module code link below the full module details are not yet available. Before you are required to enrol on a module full details will be provided. 

The information on this page is accurate for students entering the programme from September 2023. For students who entered the programme before September 2023, you can find the details of your programme: BSc Social and Political Sciences

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:

Candidates will be required to study 40 credits of discovery modules.

Year2 - View timetable

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

Candidates will be required to study 120 credits

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules: 

Optional modules:

Subject 1 Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following COMPULSORY modules: 

Subject 2 Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following COMPULSORY modules:

Subject 1 Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following optional modules:

modules TBC

Subject 2 Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study 1 modules from the following optional modules:

Approaches to Analysis: 20 credits
Forced Migration: 20 credits
Politics of Contemporary China: 20 credits
The Labour Party Since 1945: 20 credits
Politics and Policy in the EU: 20 credits
Latin America: 20 credits

Subject 2 Basket 3: Candidates will be required to study 1 modules from the following optional modules:

Media and Democracy: 20 credits
United States Politics: 20 credits
Responsibility to Protect: 20 credits
State and Politics in Africa: 20 credits
The Conservative Party Since 1945: 20 credits
Climate Change in Developing Nations: 20 credits

Year3 - View timetable

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

Candidates will be required to study 120 credits

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules: 

Optional modules:

Candidates must choose ONE of the following Dissertation modules:

Subject 1 Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following optional modules: 

Subject 2 Basket 1: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following optional modules:

Subject 2 Basket 2: Candidates will be required to study modules from the following optional modules:

Last updated: 12/05/2023 16:52:04

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