Social Science Uncovered 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| SOCI1022 | Sociology and Social Policy | 1 | 20 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- SOCI1022
- School
- Sociology and Social Policy
- Level
- 1
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module explains what it means to study social science, and how social sciences differ from the natural sciences. It encourages students to understand criminology, sociology, social work and other subjects in the social sciences, including social and public policy, as distinct but often overlapping and intersecting disciplines and fields of study with shared concerns about, and similar approaches to, making sense of the social world. The module works alongside other introductory modules taken at Level 1 by providing students with the opportunity to develop, practice and demonstrate the range of intellectual and practical skills needed to study social sciences successfully at university level.
Target Students
Only available to Level 1 students on programmes in the School of Sociology and Social Policy.
Classes
This module is taught through a combination of lectures and seminars.
Assessment
- 50% Coursework: 2,000 words.
- 50% Exam (1-hour): Online exam.
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to bridge the gap between further and higher education and introduce students to the social sciences - and criminology, sociology and social work in particular - and equip them with the skills they need to study them successfully at degree level.Learning Outcomes
- Distinguish between social and natural sciences.
- Recognise the distinctiveness of criminology, sociology and social work as social science, how they relate to each other, and to social and public policy.
- Explain the appropriate application of different theories in the social sciences and how they can be used to make sense of the social world.
- Study social sciences effectively at university using the skills needed to present arguments in a clear and organised way making appropriate use of source material.
- Adhere to the principles of academic integrity, among other things by using the Harvard system of referencing to acknowledge the work of others.