Sociology and Politics (Placement Year) (Hons) Lancaster University

Overview

Why study Sociology and Politics at Lancaster?

• Learn from respected academics who shape public policy through their advisory work, public and policy engagement, and media appearances
• Discover the advanced theories used by sociologists and politics experts to interpret contemporary social and political issues at local, national and international levels
• Develop advanced skills in critical thinking, data analysis, communication and research design
• Network with external partners, policymakers and guest speakers who can provide valuable insights into the key political and social issues of the moment
• Join the only university to have both a parliamentary studies module, run in conjunction with UK Parliament, and a dedicated Politics Policy School with the HM Government Open Innovation team

• Take advantage of our annual internship opportunities, where you can work on live research projects with NGOs, think tanks and charities

Careers

This degree provides an impressive combination of skills, knowledge and experience. You will be able to critically analyse social and political issues and think creatively about possible solutions. You will have essential teamworking and collaboration skills and the ability to articulate a clear, well-evidence argument.

This combination of knowledge, skills and experience will mean you are well-placed to enter a wide range of careers.

Graduates of this course may go into roles such as:

• Social, policy and political researcher or analyst
• Local authority, local government and national government role
• Non-governmental or not-for-profit sector role
• Social carer
• Police
• Journalist
• Policy maker or adviser for think tanks, trade unions or political parties
• Advocate or lobbyist for social or environmental justice
• Public relations officer
• Political campaign manager