BA (Hons) International Development with Sociology at University of Portsmouth

Analyse contemporary social issues and inequalities while exploring the major global challenges of our time. Do you want to understand society on a global scale? On this International Development with Sociology degree, you'll analyse contemporary social issues and inequalities as you explore the major global challenges of our time.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include ICT Skills; Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; Introduction to Politics and International Relations; Research Methods, Critical Thinking and Expression; Introduction to Anthropology; Introduction to Urban Studies; Introduction to Sustainability and the Environment; Introduction to Legal Skills, Analysis and Discourse; Legal Ethics; Analysing Politics: Britain and Beyond.

Career pathways

This International Development with Sociology degree will give you an extensive range of skills, from analysis, criticism and argument, to communication, research and critical thinking - all of which you'll need in your future career. You'll be ready to take on roles in local, national or international organisations that put people at the heart of their strategies, in areas such as research, shaping social policy or bringing about social change.

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