BA (Hons) Social Science

With Arden University, you’ll have access to an engaging and easy to navigate online learning platform called ilearn. Available on desktop and mobile devices, ilearn supports and encourages you to take control of your studies. Providing everything you need to complete your programme in one accessible place, ilearn features:

• A virtual classroom, library, diary, and lecture theatre rolled into one
• All of your modules, study materials, career support, and schedules
• Downloadable module materials so you can access the course when offline
• Access to an online library containing thousands of e-journals, e-books, podcasts, and videos
• Engaging forums where you can interact, debate, and discuss ideas with your tutors and fellow students

This course has standard entry requirements. To be eligible for this course through the standard entry requirements you must have either:

• Two subjects at GCE A level or equivalent, plus passes at grade C or above in three subjects at GCSE level or equivalent; or
• Completed a recognised Access Programme or equivalent
• For students whose prior learning was not taught in English, IELTS 6.0 or equivalent is required

Arden University are happy to consider an applications from students who are highly motivated to study the programme. This will require a personal statement that demonstrates your ability to study the course, and evidence of relevant work experience.

Immerse yourself in the science of the social world around you, incorporating sociology, psychology, criminology, and law. You'll study a broad subject area covering many sub-fields of the social sciences, and equip yourself with analytical skills sought by employers across industries.

Modules

Year 1

• Skills for Interdisciplinary Study
• Law & Ethics
• Introduction to Social & Developmental Psychology
• Introduction to Sociology
• Medicalisation of the Self
• Crime & Society

Graduates will develop the ability to research and present information to various audiences, and critical thinking and problem solving skills that will prepare you for a career in a wide range of industries. This degree will open up a range of professional opportunities in:

Some of the jobs that BSc (Hons) Computing graduates go into include:

• Politics
• Journalism
• Media
• Teaching
• Social work
• Planning and Environmental Management
• Public Relations
• Media and Market Research.

If you’d like to apply, please click on the Apply Now or Start Application button on the page. Please fill in the form and provide as much detail as possible so we can properly advise you on the next steps. Once you’ve submitted your application form, one of our dedicated course advisors will contact you within 48 hours.