Politics and Sociology (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Discover how political decisions and social movements influence everyday lives—and how you can play a role in shaping the future.

With real-world research, hands-on fieldwork, and expert-led teaching, this Politics and Sociology (Hons) degree at University of Portsmouth  gives you the tools to understand and challenge the world around you.

Career opportunities:

This degree equips you to make a meaningful impact in areas such as public policy, international relations and social research, preparing you to become an inquisitive, informed citizen and an active participant in civic life.

With a Politics and Sociology degree, you’ll be equipped to make a meaningful impact in society through a wide range of career paths. Your studies will prepare you to work in sectors where critical thinking, communication, and an understanding of political and social systems are highly valued.

You could work in any of the following sectors:

• Local and central government

• Civil Service and public administration

• NGOs and voluntary organisations

• International organisations (UN, EU)

• Lobbying and campaigning organisations

• Public affairs consultancies

• Law firms and legal services

• Social care

• NHS

• Advertising and PR

• Marketing

• Social and market research organisations

• Education (schools, colleges and universities)

• Journalism and media

• Think tanks

• Accountancy and banking

• Commercial businesses

Job prospects from this degree include: 

• Academic researcher
• Advice worker
• Business development manager
• Civil Service administrator
• Community development worker
• Diplomatic service officer
• Government social research officer
• Housing manager/officer
• Human resources officer
• International aid/development worker
• Journalist
• Local government officer
• Market researcher
• Marketing executive
• Police officer
• Political risk analyst
• Probation officer
• Public affairs consultant
• Public relations officer
• Social worker
• Special educational needs coordinator 
• Teacher
• Trade union research officer 
• Youth worker