The Bachelor of Social Science introduces students to a range of social science disciplines. It is aimed at students who wish to understand the complexities of the social world and environment past and present. The degree provides a strong foundation for both postgraduate study and a wide range of careers in government, social services, NGOs, education, media and business.

We value multidisciplinary exploration, understanding and critical reflection on societies and their contexts. We encourage our students to be critical thinkers, to develop an awareness of ethical issues, and to engage with civil society in order to act as socially aware, responsible citizens. We will help students develop a broad toolkit of methodological approaches for social inquiry.

We provide a learning environment that supports and encourages the development of reflective  and analytical skills. Students will work individually and with their peers to evaluate evidence and identify solutions to key social challenges.

We offer students a variety of teaching and learning approaches. The primary approach is the combination of lectures and seminars. Alongside these we use active learning approaches, for example panel debates, lab work, policy evaluations, work placements, field work, poster sessions and group work. Face to face interaction between students, lecturers and tutors is supported by online tools.

1 - Demonstrate a broad understanding of the social sciences and their multidisciplinary nature.
2 - Demonstrate in-depth understanding of their chosen subject and pathway.
3 - Synthesise, evaluate, interpret and report theories and evidence in an open, analytical and critical manner.
4 - Apply their knowledge to find evidence-based, ethical and creative solutions to social and environmental issues.
5 - Use appropriate research methods to develop and answer research questions.
6 - Communicate effectively using written and oral methods.
7 - Work effectively and responsibly, using professional techniques, tools and technologies, as an individual and in teams.
8 - Demonstrate an awareness of principles of ethical practice in the social sciences.

Students must select both core modules SOC20100 and SOC20260

Students must take the core module SOC30410

Students must take the core module SOC30410

Module ID	Module Title	Trimester	Credits
Stage 2 Core Modules
SOC20100	Sociological Theory Level 2	Autumn	5
SOC20260	Quantitative Research Methods	Autumn	5
SOC20320	Qualitative Research Methods	Spring	5
Stage 2 Core Modules
Stage 3 Core Modules
SOC20320	Qualitative Research Methods	Spring	5
Stage 3 Core Modules
Stage 4 Core Modules
SOC20320	Qualitative Research Methods	Spring	5
Stage 4 Core Modules

		Award		GPA
Programme	Module Weightings	Rule Description	Description
BHSOC001	Stage 3 - 50.00% Stage 2 - 50.00%	Standard Honours Award	First Class Honours	3.68	4.20
			Second Class Honours, Grade 1	3.08	3.67
			Second Class Honours, Grade 2	2.48	3.07
			Pass	2.00	2.47