BA (Hons) Sociology with Social Psychology

The BA in Sociology and Social Psychology program at the University of York melds two complementary disciplines. This course cements a robust foundation in both sociology and social psychology while enabling learners to deeply explore their interconnection. It offers a broad study portfolio including social theory, social inequalities, and globalization, coupled with the chance to specialise in areas like criminology, education, culture, and media.Course Content: The coursework provides opportunities to discover historical and current developments in Sociology and Social Psychology. It covers key themes like contemporary social debates, global challenges, identity, culture, and society's influence on behaviours, thoughts, and emotions. Emphasizing qualitative and quantitative research methods, the program aids students to generate and analyse data as well as comprehend, interpret, and apply social research. Key Modules: The program comprises modules such as, 'Introduction to Sociology', 'Being Human: Self, Culture and Society', 'Social Problems and Social Policy', 'Contemporary Social Theory', 'Understanding Social Inequalities', 'Criminology' and 'Key Perspectives in Media, Culture, and Society', among others. Accreditations: The course is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) as conferring eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC). Future Careers: The course prepares students for careers in various fields, including health and social care, public administration, the charity sector, marketing, advertising, and human resources. Other potential career paths include public health, social research, education, criminal justice, and community development. The ability to work with data equips students for roles in research and data analysis as well.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.