BA (Hons) Applied Social Science
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Awarded by: |
The University of
Hull |
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UCAS code: |
L510 |
| Course
code: |
T371 full-time / T377 part-time |
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Level: |
Level 4-6 |
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Location: |
High Melton |
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Attendance: |
Full-time & part-time day |
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Hours p/w: |
various |
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Duration: |
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
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Day/Times: |
TBC |
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Start Date(s): |
September |
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| Cost: |
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Course Description
Sociology, Social Psychology and Psychology are the
three principle disciplines that provide the knowledge base and
academic framework for the programme. Social policy is a subsidiary
area of study. Substantive themes explored in the programme
are:
- Human Diversity
- Self-identity
- Social Change
- Social Inequality
- Social Interaction
- Construction of Gender
- Psychology of Behaviour
The main aims are:
- To develop a critical and analytic understanding of intra and
inter personal aspects of human behaviour, groups and society.
- To develop the intellectual and practical skills of students in
the collection, analysis and interpretation of data.
- To prepare students for a range of occupations in the public,
private and voluntary sector.
- To foster an open-minded enquiring attitude which will
encourage life-long learning.
At Level 4, students follow a course of study, which
includes:
Core Modules:
- Citizenship and Social Welfare
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Introduction to Sociology
- Understanding Self and Others
Optional Modules:
- Introduction to Criminology
- Law and Social Change
- Representation and Variation in English
- Civil Liberties and Human Rights
- Poltics of Law and Order
At Level 5 students follow a course of study which
includes:
Core Modules:
- Children and Social Welfare
- Gender, Ethnicity and Social Identity
- People and Organisations
- Social Research Methods
Optional Modules:
- Family Welfare Law
- Language Culture and Education
- Criminal Law
- Criminology and the Explanation of Crime
- Criminal Justice
- Work-based Learning
At Level 6 students follow a course of study which
includes:
Core Modules:
- Gender, Politics, Health and Social Policy
- Interpersonal Skills and Human Relationships
Optional Modules:
- Law & Society
- Employment Law
- Penology
- Policing and Crime Prevention
- Language and Society
At Level 6 (year 3), students will also undertake a
dissertation (40 credits).
Assessment
Students are assessed by a variety of methods, including
essays, exams, projects and presentations. A dissertation
must be completed in Level 6. Students electing for workbased
learning will negotiate an individual learning contract, with
suitable supervision.
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff Points: 160 points from a combination of A Levels,
AS Levels, Vocational A Levels and Key Skills
Access: Successful completion of the Access Certificate
- 60 credits in total, 45 of which must be at level
3.
We also welcome applications from people who do not meet the
standard entry criteria, but we would expect to see evidence of
continuing academic and/or professional development.
We also offer Access to Higher Education courses which are
ideally suited to anyone who needs preparation to study at degree
level.
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information.
Progression Routes
Employers often seek graduates with application skills in data
gathering, processing and analysis. With these being linked
to an informed and expressive understanding of the social world,
this degree pathway has formed the foundation of a wide range of
career opportunities. Graduates typically enter careers in
central and local government; teaching (via PGCE); the voluntary
sector; probation and police work; human resources; business and
finance; social and community services; journalism and media;
commercial, public and other active research environments.
In particular, graduates from this programme will appeal to
employers who require a degree of flexibility, problem-solving
ability and a broad knowledge base. A significant proportion
of applied social science students progress into postgraduate
studies and research at Masters and/or doctoral levels, with many
attaining valued postgraduate places within some of the UK's finest
universities.
Fees
All fees are per academic year and are the standard charges
which may be subject to changes without notice. Standard fees
apply to students who have been resident in the UK/EU for at least
3 years. Please note some courses may have additional costs
for materials, exams and registration fees in addition to standard
course fees.
How to Apply/Further Information
Full-Time
TO APPLY FOR THIS COURSE ON A
FULL-TIME BASIS PLEASE CONTACT UCAS ON 0870 1122211 OR AT
www.ucas.com
FOR AN APPLICATION PACK
Disclaimer: All courses are
run subject to numbers, and every effort is made to ensure the
information on this leaflet is correct. Doncaster College reserves
the right to amend the contents as deemed necessary.
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