BA (Hons) Politics & Sociology

The Politics and Sociology course at the University of Chester is a 3-year long, full-time undergraduate degree that provides students with a rich understanding of the social, political and economic forces that shape our lives. Areas such as power, inequality, resistance, justice, representation and human rights are explored in depth. Course Content: Course content incorporates both systematic and historical knowledge of the domestic, national, and international political system. It also includes an in-depth analysis of contemporary political issues. In sociology, students learn about the social world, in which they live and the impact of social structures on individuals' lives.Key Modules: The course includes key modules such as ‘Introduction to Social and Political Theory’, ‘Work, Employment and Society’, ‘The Politics of The European Union’, and ‘The Sociology of Health and Illness’.Future Careers: The Politics and Sociology degree prepares students for a range of careers. This course is especially helpful for those intending to work in the civil service, local government, the police and prison services, health and social services, housing, and voluntary and community organisations. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.