Courses
Sociology and Social Sciences at Edge Hill combines a supportive atmosphere with cutting-edge modules like Critical Autism Studies and Youth Offending. And there are a whole range of career paths to explore, from childcare practice and family support, to community development and the criminal justice system. Or you may wish to pursue further study in areas like social work and teaching. Learn about the world with us and discover your place in it.
- You’ll gain work experience, meet working professionals, and explore specialist subjects such as youth work or play therapy. 100% of our BA (Hons) Sociology graduates are in employment or further study 15 months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes 2018/19).
- Our expert researchers are exploring areas like disability, gender and child protection. And with a range of specialist modules, you’ll be at the forefront of the world of social sciences.
- Become a global citizen. Learn about the world and experience more of it with field trips and study abroad opportunities. We’re 2nd in the North West for Student Experience (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 – Sociology).
Courses
Course Name | Qualification | UCAS Code |
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Childhood & Youth Studies | BA (Hons) | L590 |
Childhood & Youth Studies and Criminology | BA (Hons) | XM32 |
Childhood & Youth Studies and Sociology | BA (Hons) | LX33 |
Criminology and Sociology | BA (Hons) | ML93 |
Early Childhood Studies | BA (Hons) | L520 |
Early Childhood Studies and Sociology | BA (Hons) | LL53 |
Education and Sociology | BA (Hons) | XL33 |
Politics and Sociology | BA (Hons) | LL32 |
Sociology | BA (Hons) | L300 |
You may also be interested in:
Course Name | Qualification | UCAS Code |
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Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour | BSc (Hons) | C816 |
Student Views
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Sociology and Social Sciences in the News
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- Graduate vows to make a difference to the lives of struggling children
Facilities
The Department of Social Sciences is based in Creative Edge, a state-of-the-art £17m building offering highly contemporary facilities for Social Sciences students.
The building features a lecture theatre, seminar rooms, IT facilities and smaller tutorial spaces. There are also social learning areas which encourage a more informal and interactive style of learning.
Creative Edge 360 Virtual Tour
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Open Days and Virtual Events
If you are considering studying at Edge Hill University, the best way to gain an insight into the student experience is to discover our stunning campus for yourself by attending an open day.
You can tour the campus, including the halls of residence, with a student guide. There will also be opportunities to attend presentations and view subject facilities.
Alternatively, our virtual open day pages offer the chance to discover everything that Edge Hill University has to offer and find out more about any subjects of interest, including sociology and social sciences, through a series of online activities.
Book your place at an open day
View our virtual open day pages