Department of History, Geography and Social Sciences Social Sciences

A choice to study the Social Sciences at Edge Hill is a choice for a high quality, cutting edge and vocationally relevant undergraduate experience.

Degrees in the Social Sciences are well established at Edge Hill University with experienced and enthusiastic academic staff and more than 400 students. We offer a stimulating experience, and we are also there to support you through your studies. A choice to study the Social Sciences at Edge Hill is a choice for a high quality, cutting edge and vocationally relevant undergraduate experience.

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Department teaching often takes place in our Geosciences building which has a central location in our impressive campus. Our team of friendly tutors are based in the department building and are on hand to offer one-to-one advice.

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Meet our Social Sciences students and alumni

You are not restricted to one discipline within education, instead you are able to explore education sociologically, historically, psychologically, philosophically.

Kahlia Bracket

BA (Hons) Education and Sociology

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I chose to study at Edge Hill for the beautiful campus and outstanding accommodation. Edge Hill University truly is a place to call home.

Jess Fensome

BA (Hons) Early Childhood Studies

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I am a firm believer that everyone should study social sciences. It provides you with knowledge about society, allows you to think about life and definitely makes you a better individual.

Leona Forde

BA (Hons) Sociology

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