GB · Bachelors
English Literature and Sociology BSc 2021
Program information
Program overview
You will study literature culture and history and explore the style choices of films digital fiction Instapoetry and Twitterfiction alongside more traditional modes of text We will equip you to critically engage with a variety of texts across both literary genres and periods and you ll be able to develop your skills as a writer through our Creative Writing module At Aston University sociology is about real-life everyday experiences Our research-led teaching brings social theory to the study of pressing issues in the modern age such as migration climate change welfare crime health and sexuality We focus on key contemporary issues social policy and decision-making global trends and international comparisons In class we explore the inequalities injustices and dependencies that pattern our lives and you ll gain an in-depth understanding of social processes organisational dynamics and inter-group relationships Through reflective learning you ll explore the social structures and issues such as class gender ethnicity religion and identity that have shaped your own life Our flagship Becoming a Social Scientist module introduces you to specific skills such as research design and use of the comparative method and you ll have the chance to do your own research into city life in the neighbourhoods of Birmingham By the end of the course you ll have well-developed written and oral presentation skills and will be fully equipped with the skills you need to research what matters to you The innovative Aston placement year offers the chance to apply your learning in a work or study placement in the UK or overseas and in your second year we ll make sure you re ready to get the most from this opportunity Whether you choose to study abroad work for a company or to teach Aston s links with employers schools and universities around the world mean you will have a wide range of options to boost your employability and explore the world of work
Duration: 13
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