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Full-time
3-4 Years
Part-time
6 years
Typical Offer
Campus
Brayford Pool
Validation Status
Validated
Fees
UCAS Code
L311
Course Code
SOPSOLUB
Full-time
3-4 Years
Part-time
6 years
Typical Offer
Campus
Brayford Pool
Validation Status
Validated
Fees
UCAS Code
L311
Course Code
SOPSOLUB
Creating effective social policies is key to tackling the big issues we face in society today such as poverty, health inequality, and unemployment.
Social Policy and Sociology at Lincoln draws on these two key disciplines to offer an insight into the diverse social groups, structures, and practices that make up society.
The degree aims to analyse and critique the different social constructions of everyday life. It offers students the opportunity to engage with key debates about social problems and the welfare of citizens, alongside the study of sociological theory and research methods.
Creating effective social policies is key to tackling the big issues we face in society today such as poverty, health inequality, and unemployment.
Social Policy and Sociology at Lincoln draws on these two key disciplines to offer an insight into the diverse social groups, structures, and practices that make up society.
The degree aims to analyse and critique the different social constructions of everyday life. It offers students the opportunity to engage with key debates about social problems and the welfare of citizens, alongside the study of sociological theory and research methods.
The degree provides an opportunity for students to engage in research-led teaching and gain an insight into innovative academic theories and practices. There is a distinct range of modules, drawing upon the expertise of academics in the School of Social and Political Sciences and the wider university, in order to offer an academically rigorous and contemporary programme.
In the first year, students can build their knowledge base, looking at key social science concepts, social issues, and social justice. As the course progresses, specialist modules are designed to enable students to advance their discipline-specific knowledge. The course aims to develop a range of transferable skills relevant to different career paths.
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
The degree provides an opportunity for students to engage in research-led teaching and gain an insight into innovative academic theories and practices. There is a distinct range of modules, drawing upon the expertise of academics in the School of Social and Political Sciences and the wider university, in order to offer an academically rigorous and contemporary programme.
In the first year, students can build their knowledge base, looking at key social science concepts, social issues, and social justice. As the course progresses, specialist modules are designed to enable students to advance their discipline-specific knowledge. The course aims to develop a range of transferable skills relevant to different career paths.
We want you to have all the information you need to make an informed decision on where and what you want to study. To help you choose the course that’s right for you, we aim to bring to your attention all the important information you may need. Our What You Need to Know page offers detailed information on key areas including contact hours, assessment, optional modules, and additional costs.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
Students also make the most of the University's Great Central Warehouse Library, which is home to more than 260,000 printed books and approximately 750,000 electronic books and journals, alongside databases, and specialist collections. The Library has a range of different spaces for shared and individual learning.
A Level: BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent).
International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.
T Level: Merit
45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points.
A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ etc.
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
A Level: BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A Levels or equivalent).
International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.
45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points.
A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ etc.
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
Going to university is a life-changing step and it's important to understand the costs involved and the funding options available before you start. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found on our course fees pages.
For eligible undergraduate students going to university for the first time, scholarships and bursaries are available to help cover costs. The University of Lincoln offers a variety of merit-based and subject-specific bursaries and scholarships. For full details and information about eligibility, visit our scholarships and bursaries pages.
The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that may be used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests.
The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
The way students are assessed on this course may vary for each module. Examples of assessment methods that may be used include coursework, such as written assignments, reports or dissertations; practical exams, such as presentations, performances or observations; and written exams, such as formal examinations or in-class tests.
The University of Lincoln's policy is to ensure that staff return assessments to students promptly.
Students on this course are able to apply for a study abroad year at one of our partner institutions in the USA, Sweden, Belgium, Germany, or the Netherlands after the second year of their degree. This enables students to experience their subject from a new perspective and to explore different cultures and societies. A limited number of places are available and are allocated competitively, subject to academic criteria.
During the year abroad students will not pay a tuition fee to either the University of Lincoln or their host university, but they will be expected to cover their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.
"What I enjoy about this course is that it allows me to explore important, relevant and contemporary issues within society. It helps me understand the world we live in and encourages me to think of solutions for social problems."
Danielle Izzard, BA (Hons) Social Policy and SociologyThe various challenges surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic means that social policy has never been a more important academic discipline and area of study.
Our academic team have a range of unique specialisms and are able to address contemporary issues such as the global pandemic. Individual specialisms seek to understand the dynamics of policy making and change in ways that are both conceptual and applied.
You can find out more about staff research groups online: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/socialsciences/research/
Dr Anna Tarrant - Programme Leader
Anna Tarrant is an Associate Professor in Sociology and a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow, Round 2. Based in the School of Social and Political Sciences, her research has broadly focused on men’s care responsibilities and support needs, particularly in low-income families.
Academic Staff ListThe best way to find out what it is really like to live and learn at Lincoln is to join us for one of our Open Days. Visiting us in person is important and will help you to get a real feel for what it might be like to study here.
Book Your PlaceCriminologists specialising in social policy not only consider how crime is defined, experienced, or explained, they explore society’s responses to it
International relations and the policies they shape are rarely far from the media headlines, tackling challenging and sometimes controversial issues.
Explore the ways in which governments define the policies that affect the everyday lives of citizens.
At Lincoln, we strive to make sure our student experience is engaging, supportive, and academically challenging. That is why, in response to the issues presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, we have been prioritising face-to-face teaching sessions for our new and returning students in areas where they are the most valuable, such as seminars, tutorials, workshops, and lab and practical sessions. Additional online opportunities have been introduced where they support learning and have been shown to be successful and popular with our current students.
Safety remains a key focus. We are fully prepared to adapt our plans if changes in Government guidance makes this necessary, and we will endeavour to keep current and prospective students informed. For more information about how we are working to keep our community safe, please visit our coronavirus web pages.