Sociology and Social Sciences Courses

Childhood & Youth Studies student Maryam Survery stands on a staircase in Creative Edge with black and white images of people displayed on a wall of TV screens behind her.

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.

The 21st century is complicated and rapidly changing. But studying social sciences gives you the chance to understand the world and your place in it.

You can tailor your course to your own interests. Study topics like autism, human animal relations and the environment. Our lecturers research specialist areas such as child protection, the community or migration. This means they’ll help you discover the cultural, economic and political forces that influence communities around the world.

There’s more to our courses than academic study. To help you understand real world challenges, we invite professionals to come in from practice in childcare and youth work, as well as social campaigners and activists. You can also complete a work placement, go on field trips and apply your learning to global issues.

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

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Childhood & Youth Studies

BA (Hons)

Explore childhood and youth in its social, political and cultural contexts on a degree that prepares you for a career in child, youth and community services and includes field trips to the UK and Europe.

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UCAS Code: L590

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Childhood & Youth Studies and Criminology

BA (Hons)

Develop a broad understanding of childhood and youth in its social, cultural and political contexts on a degree which also explores all aspects of crime and criminal justice.

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UCAS Code: XM32

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Childhood & Youth Studies and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Develop a broad understanding of childhood and youth in its social, political and cultural contexts on a degree which also provides a sociological perspective on how society works and changes.

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UCAS Code: LX33

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Criminology and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Engage in the study of crime, the social and ideological constructions of crime and the role and function of the criminal justice system, underpinned by a sociological perspective of how society works and changes.

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UCAS Code: ML93

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
5 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Early Childhood Studies

BA (Hons)

Study the perceptions and realities of children and early childhood around the world, with the opportunity to complete an Early Childhood Graduate Practitioner Certificate and take part in field trips in the UK and Europe.

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UCAS Code: L520

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Early Childhood Studies and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Study the perceptions and realities of children and early childhood around the world and gain a sociological perspective on how society works and changes, with the opportunity to take part in field trips in the UK and Europe.

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UCAS Code: LL53

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Education and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Explore the modes, methods and purposes of education across all age phases while examining how the organisations and groups through which we live our lives impact on our sense of identity, values and wellbeing.

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UCAS Code: XL33

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Politics and Sociology

BA (Hons)

Discover how political ideas and initiatives shape societies as you immerse yourself in political analysis, expand your sociological imagination, and relate social and cultural themes to real-world political events.

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UCAS Code: LL32

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
5 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Sociology

BA (Hons)

Gain a deeper insight into the world around you and how society works and changes on a degree that will broaden your horizons through field trips in the UK and Europe.

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UCAS Code: L300

Course Length: 3 Years Full-Time
6 Years Part-Time

Location: Edge Hill University

Course Name	Qualification	UCAS Code
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

Course Name	Qualification	UCAS Code
Psychosocial Analysis of Offending Behaviour	BSc (Hons)	C816

Student Views

Studying at Edge Hill has opened my eyes and my mind to a whole range of experiences and ideas that I didn’t expect.

Maryam Survery

BA (Hons) Childhood & Youth Studies

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

While studying in Denmark has definitely been the highlight of this degree, I have found the whole of my university experience to be very positive.

Chloe Grundy

BA (Hons) Childhood & Youth Studies

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Facilities

Creative Edge building. 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.

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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