BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences

The BSc (Hons) in Social Policy course offered by the University of Bath challenges students to understand the world and change it for the better. With an internationally-renowned teaching team, students will learn about the most pressing social issues of our time and how to make a positive difference in society. This degree allows a deep dive into the societal issues and gives a solid grounding in key policy areas.Course Content: This course provides a broad understanding of social policy. Students will explore topics such as child welfare, criminal justice, health and social care, labour policy, and poverty. The course also places strong emphasis on the development of practical skills like problem-solving, analysis, and communication. Additionally, students will undertake a research project in their final year as part of the honours degree.Key Modules: Some of the key modules that students can study include: Welfare States and Welfare Change, Social Policy and Social Control, Policy and Strategy for Social Service Delivery, and Quantitative Methods for Social Policy. Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Joint University Council Social Work Education Committee, evidencing that the course meets the standards and requirements in Social Policy education.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can progress into leading roles in a variety of sectors. Many work in policy design, implementation, and evaluation roles in central and local government, think tanks, charities, and NGOs. Graduates may also pursue further study or research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page: BSc (Hons) in Social Policy.