BA (Hons) Social Sciences

The BA (Hons) Social Sciences course at Edinburgh Napier University is a full-time undergraduate programme which offers an in-depth understanding of issues in sociology, psychology, history, and politics. It offers a wide range of specialist pathways and focusses on producing socially aware, critical, and reflexive graduates.Course Content: The course is split over four years. It starts with a broad introduction to the social sciences, where students gain essential skills for studying at a higher level. As students progress, they are offered multiple optional modules, enabling them to tailor the degree to their individual interests. The course concludes with students undertaking a dissertation, working closely with a supervisor to explore in detail a chosen subject.Key Modules: This course includes modules focusing on Sociology, Psychology, Politics and International Relations, History, and English Literature. Topic-specific modules like Contemporary Social Theory, Abnormal and Forensic Psychology, Employability and Professional Development, Collaborative Working in Social Sciences are also part of the course.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (RGS) with the Institute of British Geographers.Future Careers: Graduates of this course have pursued roles in community development, social work, public administration, human resources, diplomatic service, and teaching. Some graduates have also pursued roles with charities, NGOs, and other third-sector organizations. The acquired transferable skills make graduates an excellent fit for a variety of sectors.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.