University of Sunderland

Sociology PT - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual and Minor)

* Exceptions may apply.  Please see Fees and Finance for further information.

Introduction

This programme gives you an opportunity to study and explain the major issues facing modern society such as gender, ethnicity, class, health, crime, and the family. After a core of theory and research methods, you will select modules that meet your particular interests.

The programme is a useful springboard for developing a career in a variety of professions. It will help you develop transferable skills of analysis, as well as increasing your understanding of wider issues facing society.

You will make your studies more diverse by combining Sociology with one of the 30 other subjects available on the Combined Subjects programme. Elective modules available on this programme include foreign languages, IT skills and study skills modules.

For further information on building your combined programme choices. click here

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Course Content

For further information on modules for your combined programme choices. click here

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Entry Requirements

Our typical offer will be 260 points from a minimum of 2 A levels/AVCEs or equivalent (e.g. 1 x AVCE double award).

We accept a maximum of 20 points from level 3 Key Skills.

We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above which must include Mathematics and English Language or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number.

Access Course: We would require successful completion of a Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education Access programme and that you would have a minimum of GCSE grade C Mathematics and English Language (or have obtained the equivalent as part of your course).

Scottish Highers: Our typical offer is for 260 points.

Irsish Leaving Certificate: Our typical offer is for 260 points.

Mature Applicants: Tel: (0191) 515 3000.

Direct Entry to Level 2/3: Candidates wishing to be considered for direct entry to Level 2/3 of a programme should contact the Helpline, Tel: (0191) 515 3000.

International Applications: Tel: +44 (0) 191 515 3000.

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Fees and Finance

The fees for this course are as specified in the table at the top of the page.

Please note that different fees apply to students studying for "Equivalent or Lower Qualifications" (ELQs). For more information about ELQs, please see the page Information for applicants who already have an HE Qualification.

For information about University scholarships and bursaries please see the page Fees and Finance.

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Teaching and Assessment

You will be taught through lectures, seminars, projects and open learning.

Your assessment will be through a combination of examinations, essays, reports and group presentations.

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Career Opportunities

Recent graduates have followed careers in the law, management, social work, lecturing, and the police.

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Supplemental Information

Unless specified, the fees quoted are for one year of study.

Further information about fees and fee payment online can be obtained by clicking on the links at the top of this page.

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Facilities

*World Class Web/Design Tools*
The University of Sunderland have made a significant investment in providing students with access to the latest releases of Adobe products.

Selected PCs within the Murray Library and St Peter's have been pre-loaded with the Creative Suite 4 Adobe Design Premium Suite for your exclusive use. CS4 Creative includes key products such as Indesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver as well as Photoshop and a range of many others!  Further information is available from http://www.adobe.com/uk/products/creativesuite/design/
For information regarding locations of PC or Macs within your own faculty that have access to Adobe products please contact your Faculty IT Support for further information.

If you are interested in purchasing Adobe products for your own PC/Mac Adobe offer significant savings for Student purchases via any of its approved re sellers.  To use the University's Adobe supplier please visit http://www.student-software.co.uk/ for more information.

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