The module introduces selected quantitative and qualitative research methods and analytical techniques used in social science research.

The aim of this module is to introduce students into taking a sociological perspective or using 'sociological imagination' to analyse a range of social issues from the micro-sociological interest in identities to macro-sociological analyses of post-industrial societies.

The aims of this module are for the student (a) to become familiar with the discipline of sociology through a study of sociological theories and concepts and their application, and (b) to develop a sociological way of thinking.

One 10-credit module from a list supplied by the Language Centre, levels dependent on candidates’ previous qualifications.  Languages offered are:  French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish.

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This module introduces psychological approaches to the study of the self and identity, examining how identities are formed, maintained and challenged.

The module introduces the interdisciplinary study of digital games and gaming cultures, examining technologies, industries, design, inequalities, moral debates and the wider cultural significance of gaming.

The aim of this module is to introduce students to the various agencies and personnel of the criminal justice system; while also analysing the operation of the relevant criminal justice agencies.

This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.

The module introduces advanced qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques and prepares students for dissertation research.

This module aims to introduce students to Social Theory and explores the core ideas of both classical and contemporary social theories in their social and historical context. The module describes, interprets and contrasts these social theories and shows how they can be used to analyse and critically reflect on social life and trends in modern society.

The module explores the relationship between psychology, politics and society, examining how political attitudes, behaviours and identities are shaped.

The aim of this module is to use a geographical perspective to explore leading-edge processes of urban change and to critically analyse urban policy.

What do you know? What are skills? Where are they going to take you? This module will help you to answer those questions by building on transferrable skills and encouraging you to reflect on your learning. In addition, you’ll learn about the UK job market, and how to negotiate a range of recruitment tasks including decoding job specifications, writing an application, interviews, psychometric tests and the use of AI. Combine these with your degree and graduate with confidence.

The aim of this module is for students to develop a critical understanding of the relationships between sport, diversity and social justice as they relate to contexts within and around sport, coaching and pedagogy.

The aims of this module are to examine the role of gender within victimisation, offending, and interactions with the criminal justice system. The module focuses on theory and literature that unpacks the potential differences (and similarities!) between the criminological experiences of men, women, and non-binary/trans people. Much of criminology assumes that the 'male' is the norm, so this module will provide an alternative lens for analysis.

One 10-credit module from a list supplied by the Language Centre, levels dependent on candidates’ previous qualifications.  Languages offered are:  French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish.

This module aims to introduce students to advanced quantitative methods of data analysis and to prepare them for their dissertation project.

The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the links between globalisation, colonial legacies and migration and to familiarise them with a selection of substantive themes in the sociology of global inequalities. The module will discuss the role of globalisation in the development of our contemporary world and reflect on its consequences, counter-currents and social changes. 

Digital technologies increasingly shape our everyday lives and societies. This module takes a sociological approach and examines how digital technologies shape identities, interaction, intimate relations, inequalities, the economy, health and mental health.

The aims of this module is to introduce students to the social impact of a range of psychological disorders (of mental wellbeing, cognitive functioning, sensory capacity and social adaptation), with coverage of conceptual and policy issues in diagnosis, treatment and support.

The aim of this module is to develop a critical understanding of more advanced social scientific concepts which combine to form the basis of social theories and perspectives used in the analysis of sport and physical cultures in modern societies across the world.

Social scientists have long been concerned with the causes and transmission of inequalities in human societies. These include differences in a range of socioeconomic outcomes such as educational attainment, income, wealth, and health. It is now well known that inequality in lifetime outcomes are the result of dynamic processes that start to develop in utero and then compound over the different stages of the life-course.

In this module we will look at the development of socioeconomic inequalities using a life-cycle perspective with attention at how social policy influences individuals' lives and inequalities at the different points of the life-cycle.

The aims of the module are:

• Introduce the main theories of human development and socioeconomic mobility that have been proposed in the social and natural sciences.
• Study the emergence and development of inequalities over the life-course with attention to role of early childhood experiences.
• Consider the role of social policy and social institutions such as families, schools and communities in shaping individuals' opportunities and trajectories over the life-course.
• Use of statistical software and longitudinal microdata to investigate inequalities over the life-course.

This module aims to provide a thorough grounding in debates about the role of intoxication in contemporary society by examining the contested role of alcohol and other drugs in society from social and cultural perspectives. The module encourages students to think critically about individual, group and institutional responses to the benefits and harms caused by particular intoxicants whilst understanding the complexity of issues relating to regulation, control and commercialisation.

This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.

Through this module students undertake a project of sociological research on a topic of their own choosing. With the support of an academic supervisor and a programme of dissertation workshops, they show a detailed understanding of their chosen topic through the application of relevant knowledge, theories and concepts acquired throughout the course and through their own independent study. Students will demonstrate their ability to conduct social research with rigour and to communicate their ideas with clarity and precision.

The aims of the module are for students to develop a critical understanding of the practice and policy of contemporary sport cultures. There is an explicit link with the multi-disciplinary approach to social sciences taken at part A and the more sociologically driven modules in part B.

The module aims to introduce students to how futures are studied through sociological perspectives and encourages students to consider their own futures as social scientists. Students will apply the latest developments in sociological thinking and research to understanding and explaining emergent challenges and risks facing global society in regards to `futures in diverse fields such as science, technology, politics, art and activism.

Drawing on contemporary case studies and topics, the module addresses emergent challenges and risks facing global society, looking at the roles that `futures play in science, technology, politics, art and activism. In addition, the module will prepare students for the ongoing use of a range of sociological skills in their future careers. In the course of the module, students will develop research and analytical skills through encouragement to draw on a diverse range of resources, including film and TV, print and social media, as well as academic texts.

The aim of the module is to allow students to develop knowledge and understanding of key theoretical perspectives and empirical approaches to the sociology of consumption and culture. Emphasis is given to the diverse ways in which culture and consumption are experienced in everyday social life. As such, particular prominence is given to how social divisions such as gender, class and ethnicity shape consumption preferences and cultural practices.

The aim of this module is for students to understand and evaluate critically the contribution made by psychologists within criminal, legal, and forensic settings.

The aims of this module are to develop a critical understanding of definitions, explanations and responses related to youth crime and youth justice.

Two 10-credit modules from a list supplied by the Language Centre, levels dependent on candidates’ previous qualifications.  Languages offered are:  French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish and must carry on from a language taken in the second year.

This module introduces students to main themes and perspectives within the sociology of gender, with an emphasis on contemporary feminist and intersectional analyses of how societies, groups and individual lived experiences are gendered within different social contexts. Students will engage with theoretical perspectives and empirical analyses.

The aim of this module is to enable students to examine concepts of 'race' and racism from a sociological-historical perspective and to critically reflect on 'race' as a major category of social inequality and identity in our Contemporary World. The module encourages students to explore the social construction and applications of the idea of race in the development of Western society, and identify intersectionalities between race and other categories of social inclusion and exclusion in Modern Society.

This module offers an overview of possible ways to understand poverty, pay, and living standards as well as the conceptual and empirical associations between them.

This module aims to:

• Introduce some of the main approaches to conceptualise and measure poverty and living standards.
• Assess the relationship between income, salary, wages, and poverty.
• Consider the role of social policy in addressing poverty and improving living standards.

This is a 10 credit module from the University-wide language programme.