BA (Hons) Sociology

The BA (Hons) Sociology course at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) offers in-depth examination of sociology from numerous perspectives including feminist, post-modernist and intersectional approaches. The degree provides the tools to analyze and understand the complexities of contemporary society, exploring subjects like inequality, diversity, migration, identity, and power. Course Content: This BA (Hons) Sociology course involves studying social theories and sociological perspectives, assessing social models and structures and conducting independent research. Students will also learn about the operation of social institutions and explore key issues such as social inequalities, global issues, and cultural identity. The flexible curriculum allows students to customize their degree in the final year with a choice of optional modules based on their interests.Key Modules: Some key modules included in this course are ‘Sociological Imaginations’, ‘Global Societies’, ‘Researching the Social World’, ‘Being Human: Self, Identity and Society’, ‘Sociology of Health and Illness’, and ‘Crime and Society’. In the final year, students can choose specialized modules such as ‘Migration and Social Transformation’, ‘Activism and Social Justice’, ‘Critical Social Psychology’, ‘Celebrity and Society’ or ‘Race, Racism and Ethnicity’.Accreditations: The BA (Hons) Sociology course has received accreditation from the British Sociological Association, which assures the quality, relevancy, and excellence of the curriculum.Future Careers: Graduates of this sociology course have gone onto a variety of careers in areas such as teaching, social work, marketing, public relations, human resources, and journalism. Others have pursued further study or research within the field. NTU gives students the opportunity to gain relevant work experience and develop key employability skills, enhancing their career prospects.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.