BA (Hons) Education & Sociology

The Education and Sociology (BA Hons) course at UCLan introduces students to the study of education in conjunction with sociology. During this course, students develop an understanding of the educational processes, systems, and approaches in the UK and globally while analysing social changes and transformations.Course Content: The course delves into diverse areas like educational policy, social theory, childhood studies, and social psychology. Students are also encouraged to critically evaluate the impact of social class, race, gender and other social identities on educational achievement. They are guided to assess education's role in shaping society and the interplay between educational systems and societal norms. Placements in educational settings are also part of the course. Key Modules: There are various modules covered in the course. In the first year, modules such as Education in Britain and Introduction to Social Theory are undertaken. In the second and final years, modules like Global Issues in Education and Modern Social Theory are covered, among others.Accreditations: The course falls under the regulations of the University of Central Lancashire.Future Careers: On completion of the course, possible career paths include roles in education management, educational policy development, social work, community development, charities, and non-governmental organisations. Further study is also an option, with postgraduate opportunities in areas such as teaching, social work and educational research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.