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2 Contents 1 From the Dean 2 Why study with us? 4 Teaching and learning 6 Economics 7 BSc Economics 9 BSc Economics and Accountancy 11 BSc Financial Economics 13 International Politics 14 BSc International Politics 16 BSc International Politics and Sociology 18 Psychology 19 BSc Psychology 21 Sociology 22 BSc Sociology 24 BSc Criminology and Sociology 26 BSc Media Studies and Sociology 28 BSc Sociology with Psychology 30 How to apply 31 The place to be 32 Location The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

3 From the Dean Choosing a university degree is a considerable commitment and investment in the future. That is why we are delighted that you are interested in studying at City University London s School of Social Sciences for your undergraduate degree. We take a student centred approach in everything we do and our academics who are leaders in their fields, work hard to create a stimulating teaching, learning and research environment for our students. We are proud of our four academic departments which run a number of specialised courses and world renowned research centres which address the major political, economic and social issues of today. The quality of teaching and education we offer is exceptional and we provide a rigorous and challenging environment in which this takes place. We recognise that exploration and discovery is essential to learning and aim to inspire you with an enthusiasm for new ideas whilst receiving continual support from our tutors and lecturers. City University London also has a great employment track-record and with over a third of professionally accredited courses and a dedicated Centre for Career and Skills Development, we provide our students with the knowledge and skills that are essential for them to succeed in business and the professions. A truly cosmopolitan city, we are conveniently close to the West End with its cultural riches and some of London s most vibrant nightlife. Meanwhile, our central London location places us at the heart of industry. Close to the City of London, we benefit from links with a diverse range of local, national and international organisations and professional bodies. We are delighted that you are thinking about applying to us and hope that this prospectus gives you an insight into study at the School of Social Sciences and the range of courses available to you. Good luck with your application and we look forward to welcoming you to City University London. Professor Christina Slade Dean, School of Social Sciences 1

4 Why study with us? 100 years of innovative and progressive excellence The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

5 About City City University London has developed over the past 100 years into an innovative and progressive centre of excellence, with a well-deserved reputation in professional and business education and research. Founded in 1894 as the Northampton Institute on its present site and awarded full university status in 1966, City has established strong links with the City of London and plays an active role in the business and professional life of the capital. The University prides itself on its close contacts with leading professional institutions and with business and industry, both at home and abroad. Professional links are reflected in the quality of our teaching and research staff. In addition to their high academic standing, many staff are also qualified practitioners with wide experience of working within their professional field. Our reputation extends worldwide: last year we attracted more than 23,000 students from 157 countries whilst our teaching staff were drawn from 41 international locations, ensuring that we have a truly global outlook. About the School of Social Sciences Based within the Northampton Square campus, the School of Social Sciences is one of seven highly regarded academic Schools within the University. We combine first-class teaching with an exciting range of undergraduate programmes to ensure that what you learn with us equips you for your career ahead and our links with industry and the City of London serve to underline this goal. The School brings together more than 1,500 staff and students in a landmark building in Central London, which forms a high-profile gateway to the heart of the University. As a School we offer sophisticated and modern facilities including purpose built computing and experimental laboratories. The contemporary design of the building reflects the University s ambitious approach, as well as the School s friendly, but professional, working environment. Why study with us? Contemporary courses All of our undergraduate courses are developed with today s real world in mind and informed by the latest research taking place within the School. We continue to review and improve our programmes updating modules and introducing new courses to meet with demand. Graduate employability City has a reputation for furnishing employers with highly qualified and well-adjusted graduates. We are committed to meeting the changing educational needs of individuals, employers and society. It is as a result of this that City University London has an excellent graduate employment record. Location The School of Social Sciences is conveniently based within the modern and innovative Social Science building in the heart of The City of London. Our location affords us to maintain strong links with many organisations in both the public and private sector providing our graduates with invaluable contacts upon graduation. Pioneering and world-renowned research Within the School we host a number of pioneering research projects that influence both national and international policy. The Descartes Prize winning Centre for Comparative Social Surveys leads the large European network of researchers engaged in the European Social Survey (ESS); and within each department we run several research groups. These include the Health Economics Research Group; the Criminology Research Group; the Centre for Race and Ethnicity; the Centre for Gender Research; the Autism Research Group; the Centre for Competition and Regulatory Policy; the Memory Research Unit; the Cognitive Neuroscience Research Unit and the Organisational Psychology Group. Staff Our academic and teaching staff are highly regarded in their chosen areas and lead research in a number of highly relevant fields. The people who teach on our undergraduate courses are the same people who research and contribute to these areas on an international scale, ensuring you receive the most expert and up to date teaching. Our areas of excellence cover the subjects of Economics, International Politics, Psychology and Sociology and we strive to deliver on service and teaching quality

6 Teaching and learning At the School of Social Sciences our goal is to make your learning experience as accessible and straightforward as possible. We have led the University on many groundbreaking teaching and learning projects, including e-learning and lab based learning. We have our own dedicated Psychology labs (including an EEG lab), various research labs and our computing lab; all supported by an expert and proactive technical team. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

7 Learning flexibility Our courses offer a solid grounding in transferable skills such as IT, communication and group work as well as an excellent understanding of the subject at hand. We undergo rigorous periodic review to ensure that the knowledge and research we use to teach is up to date and relevant. Many of our courses offer you the flexibility to choose varying modules or foreign language classes which are available either as part of your degree course or as an optional extra. In addition, a number of courses provide opportunities to take a year out on placement enabling you to gain invaluable industry experience. Teaching is delivered through a combination of formal lectures, group discussion, laboratories, classes, tutorials and personal study all of which contribute to your overall learning experience. In addition to lectures, you will have small group seminars, or office hour clinics, enabling you to discuss the content of lectures or coursework with a member of staff, and you will be assigned a personal tutor to help with any academic issues that may arise during your studies. Supporting your learning needs Our success is measured in your academic achievements, so our educational approach and learning environment are designed to help you realise your true potential. The School s lecturers and professors play a major role in your experience as a student, advising on your academic progress and offering support in all areas of your development. Your first year provides a university-level introduction to your chosen subject. This prepares you for more advanced or specialised study, where you will have increasing freedom to pursue your own interests and select optional topics. We aim to prepare you for your final year project based on a subject of your choice. You will find our teaching and research staff highly skilled, approachable and helpful. In addition, our team of administrative staff, who are conveniently located within the Social Science building, not only support the academic team, but also provide personal help to our students. In general, technical and clinical subjects have more timetabled hours in laboratories, while other subjects require more personal study and reading. Whatever your subject, your goals are always clearly linked to the carefully designed strategies that we employ in teaching and learning. How we assess you We aim to provide you with a fair and accurate reflection of your academic achievement during your time with us. You will be assessed throughout your course by examinations, coursework, and project work both group-based and individual. Your final degree classification is then normally made up from your marks in the first, second and final years, weighted in the ratio 1:3:6. Most undergraduate students enrol on an honours degree course, leading to the award of a bachelor s degree. Honours degrees are classified as first-class, second-class (upper or lower division) or third-class. However if students do not gain sufficient credits to achieve an honours degree then they may be awarded a non-honours degree or other qualification. 23,000 students were attracted from over 150 countries 4 5

8 Economics The Department of Economics offers three extremely popular undergraduate degree courses in Economics, Economics and Accountancy and Financial Economics. These courses have been developed to meet the increasing industry need for quality economics graduates, with each course covering topical issues within the taught modules. The Department takes pride in the quality of our undergraduate courses and also on the expertise and employability of our students on graduation. We place considerable emphasis on teaching standards, the welfare and development of our students and innovative course design and delivery. Students will discover a friendly and supportive environment in which to study and develop both academically and on a personal level. During the last subject review assessment we received an excellent score by the Quality Assurance Agency. This review particularly praised the openness and accessibility of staff, and their innovative and original teaching techniques. This award reflects the importance placed on quality teaching and learning techniques. Over the last twenty years we have grown considerably, from a small number of staff, to our current status as a medium-sized department undertaking a full range of research, teaching and consultancy activities. The department has a strong research portfolio and well-respected undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. At postgraduate level, courses are offered in a range of specialised subjects such as Business Economics, International Business Economics, Economic Evaluation in Health Care, Economic Regulation and Competition, Financial Economics and Health Economics. The Department has a wide-ranging but focused research programme and an increasing number of PhD students. With an emphasis on rigorous economic and econometric modelling, and a concern for practical applications in both private and public sectors, it is organised into six major groups: Industrial organisation and regulation; International and macroeconomics; Econometrics and economic theory; Health economics; History of economic thought and heterodox economics; Financial economics. Economics students benefit from the support provided by open-access PC labs, specialist software, a modern library, and access to DataStream and other data banks including Web of Science and Econlit. They also have access to an electronic archive of the main financial newspapers and magazines. An Economics Society has also been established by, and for, our Undergraduate students, which meets on a regular basis and hosts events both within the School and externally. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

9 BSc Economics UCAS Code: L100 Economics is an extremely popular field of study which covers the broad areas of production, distribution, and the consumption of goods and services. In this degree course, the subject is further broken down into specific economic concepts and theories and provides you with an opportunity to study more specialised subject areas as you advance through to your final year. Whilst studying the course you will develop a range of skills and knowledge and be taught by experts in the field. From our suite of undergraduate economics courses, this degree provides the greatest flexibility in terms of career choices and further postgraduate study. Its structure and content is designed to strengthen your understanding of key concepts and tools which highlight the practical link between theory and realworld applications. In addition, it provides you with opportunities to broaden your horizons by taking advantage of our European exchange and placement year schemes and through the activities of our student-led Economics Society

10 BSc Economics Course structure In the first year, you will lay the analytical and conceptual foundations of economics by taking core modules in introductory microeconomics, macroeconomics, data analysis and an appropriate choice of mathematics. You will also take modules which cover numerous examples of real-world applications of economics to important practical problems. The basis of the first year is to provide you with a broad understanding of the subject area which will be further developed in your second year. During the second year, you will build on these foundations by taking intermediate level core courses in microeconomics and econometrics. You will also have the chance to see how economics is applied to areas of your own interest by choosing from a list of elective modules that cover topics in microeconomics, financial economics, economic methodology and quantitative methods. These modules provide insight into more specific subject areas in which you can further specialise in your final year. In the final year, you will be given the opportunity to directly apply your knowledge of core tools to a specialised research area that can be chosen from a list of approved topics. You will also further your exposure to subjects chosen from an extensive list of modules that combine the curricular needs of the course with the research interests and expertise of staff members. Career prospects Economics graduates are in great demand in professions such as banking, insurance, accountancy, fund management, management consultancy, development consultancy, the Civil Service, teaching, central banks such as the Bank of England and international bodies like the United Nations, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Entry requirements A-level grades ABB 320 UCAS tariff points IB: 34 GCSE: grade B or equivalent in English language and maths or statistics. Economics grade requirements disclaimer These grade requirements may increase subject to procedural formalities. Applicants should visit the School website for the most up to date information before applying. Foundation programme for international students International students who do not meet the standard admissions requirement for direct entry have the opportunity to take a one-year foundation course before starting this degree programme. Further details can be found on page 30. Year 1 All core or alternate-core modules: Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics Topics in Applied Microeconomics Topics in Applied Macroeconomics Data Analysis 1 and 2 Mathematics. Year 2 Intermediate Microeconomics 1 and 2 Intermediate Macroeconomics 1 and 2 Introductory Econometrics. Global Financial Markets International Trade Money and Banking Public Economics Health Economics Intermediate Mathematical Methods. Year 3 Applied Econometrics Research Project (counts as two modules). Financial Economics Corporate Finance International Finance Introduction to Financial Derivatives Monetary Economics Economics of European Integration Regulation and Competition Labour Economics Economics of Addiction Development Economics Industrial Organisation History of Economic Thought. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

11 BSc Economics and Accountancy UCAS Code: LN14 This popular degree allows students to prepare for careers in the field of accountancy while providing them with strong methodological and conceptual foundations through extensive study of economics. Modules in accountancy are taught by staff from Cass Business School and the economics modules are covered by staff within the Department of Economics. Holders of this degree are entitled to a number of exemptions from professional licensing exams by several prestigious accountancy bodies. The course covers areas such as financial accounting, financial management and management accounting producing graduates that are highly sought after in accountancy and banking industries. Like our other economics degrees, it provides students with opportunities to broaden their horizons by taking advantage of European exchange and placement year schemes and through participation in the activities of the student-led Economics Society. Not only does this course provide you with the strong knowledge and skills required for a career in economics or accountancy, it also provides you with a number of transferable skills which will be invaluable to you when seeking employment

12 BSc Economics and Accountancy Course structure In your first year you will be provided with an introduction to both economics and accountancy. You will lay the foundations to both parts of your degree by taking core modules in introductory microeconomics, macroeconomics, data analysis, law and financial and managerial accounting. In the second year, you will build on these foundations by taking intermediate level core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, financial accounting and financial analysis. The development of your knowledge in these areas will prepare you for the final year in which you can specialise in subjects that are of direct interest to you. The final year is intended to refine the knowledge and skills developed in the introductory and intermediate subject areas. You will strengthen your accountancy background by taking core modules which cover topics related to accountancy and financial management including a module in company law. During the final year you will also have the opportunity to take a small number of elective economics modules, allowing you to pursue your own academic interests or to further your preparation for a specific career or course of postgraduate study. Career prospects Apart from careers in accountancy, graduates in Economics and Accountancy are demanded in a large number of professions and industries including banking, telecommunications, fund management, management consultancy, insurance, development consultancy, the Civil Service and teaching. Entry requirements A-level grades ABB 320 UCAS tariff points IB: 34 GCSE: grade B or equivalent in English language and Maths or Statistics. Economics grade requirements disclaimer These grade requirements may increase subject to procedural formalities. Applicants should visit the School website for the most up-to-date information before applying. Foundation programme for international students International students who do not meet the standard admissions requirement for direct entry have the opportunity to take a one-year foundation course before starting this degree programme. Further details can be found on page 30. Year 1 Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics Introduction to Law Introduction to Financial and Management Accounting Data Analysis 1 and 2 Mathematics. Year 2 Intermediate Microeconomics 1 and 2 Intermediate Macroeconomics 1 and 2 Introductory Econometrics Financial Accounting Financial Analysis. International Trade Money and Banking Health Economics Intermediate Mathematical Methods. Year 3 Corporate Finance Financial Management Financial Accounting Theory Advanced Financial Accounting Management Accounting Company Law Applied Econometrics. Introduction to Financial Derivatives International Finance Financial Economics Monetary Economics Regulation and Competition Economics of European Integration Labour Economics The Economics of Addiction Development Economics Industrial Organisation History of Economic Thought. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

13 BSc Financial Economics UCAS Code: L111 Our Financial Economics degree was originally developed to meet a gap in the educational market answering the needs of employers and creating skilled graduates for the financial and economic professions. The educational aim of this course is to develop your analytical abilities in the discipline of economics, with particular reference to finance. Successful completion of this degree will allow you to signal to prospective employers that you have developed sound knowledge and understanding of the microeconomic principles underlying various types of financial markets and instruments. These include the macroeconomic role of finance, the quantitative tools most commonly used for financial analysis and the practical roles and obligations of the major financial institutions. Like our other economics degrees, the course provides you with opportunities to broaden your horizons by taking advantage of our European exchange and placement year schemes and through participation in the activities of our student-led Economics Society

14 BSc Financial Economics Course structure In the first year you will lay the analytical and conceptual foundations of economics by taking core modules in introductory microeconomics, macroeconomics, data analysis and post A-level mathematics. You will also take modules which cover numerous examples of real world applications of economics to important practical problems. The first year will provide a basis of knowledge to take through to the second year where you will pick up financial aspects of the course. In the second year the core skills are developed further by comprehensive, advanced training, building on the foundations laid out in the first year. You will take intermediate level courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics and intermediate mathematical methods. The second year allows you to start your specialisation on financial topics by taking core modules in financial markets and the banking system. In the third year you will be given the opportunity to directly apply your knowledge of core tools to a supervised research topic that can be chosen from a list of approved topics. The final year core modules cover the financial aspect of this course whilst the electives allow you to specialise further. The final year subjects that you will be able to choose from are among an extensive list of modules that balance out the curricular needs of the programme with the research interests and expertise of staff members. Career prospects Apart from specific career prospects in the world of finance and banking, graduates in Financial Economics are demanded in professions such as accountancy, management consultancy, insurance, development consultancy, the Civil Service, teaching, central banks such as the Bank of England and international bodies like the United Nations, the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. Entry requirements A-level grades ABB (including Mathematics grade B) 320 UCAS tariff points IB: 34 GCSE: Grade B or equivalent in English language. We do not accept Critical Thinking or native language A-levels. Economics grade requirements disclaimer These grade requirements may increase subject to procedural formalities. Applicants should visit the School website for the most up to date information before applying. Foundation programme for international students International students who do not meet the standard admissions requirement for direct entry have the opportunity to take a one-year foundation course before starting this degree programme. Further details can be found on page 30. Year 1 Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics Topics in Applied Microeconomics Topics in Applied Macroeconomics Data Analysis 1 and 2 Post A-level Mathematics. Year 2 Intermediate Microeconomics 1 and 2 Intermediate Macroeconomics 1 and 2 Introductory Econometrics Intermediate Mathematical Methods Global Financial Markets Money and Banking. Year 3 Core module: Applied Econometrics Financial Economics Corporate Finance Introduction to Financial Derivatives. Monetary Economics Industrial Economics Regulation and Competition Labour Economics The Economics of Addiction Development Economics History of Economic Thought Research Project (counts as two modules) Economics of European Integration International Finance. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

15 International Politics As globalisation and internationalisation become increasingly important in today s modern society, a need has arisen for quality research and education around these key issues. The Department of International Politics is particularly proud of its reputation, both nationally and internationally, of providing postgraduate courses with strong professional and global orientation. The research that we undertake and the courses we offer create high class graduates and contribute to the expansion of knowledge within International Politics. Made up of a growing number of specialist academic staff, the Department continues to expand at a rapid pace and now offers two very successful undergraduate courses and a postgraduate masters course all of which cover highly relevant issues in International Politics. In addition, the Department has shared links with, and reflects the needs of a number of international organisations and corporations. In general terms, our syllabus is geared towards increasing the understanding of globalisation and international politics in the twenty-first century. Within that, the focus is on building knowledge and understanding of global policy-making on current issues such as development, the environment, human rights and trade. Students study the complexities of economic, social and political globalisation, that affect the relations of the government and society with other countries. Importantly, our approach to the subject is markedly different and more dynamic than that adopted by the more traditional international relations degree courses. In particular, our approach differs in three key ways: we focus on the movement of ideas in global policy-making; we cover all the major inter-governmental organisations, such as the United Nations, the European Union and the World Bank; and we enable analysis on how governments relate to other political transnational actors. The Departments academic team understand the importance of creating graduates suitably equipped to make a valuable contribution to their prospective employers. The significance of this approach is that the skills developed by our international politics graduates are of direct relevance to international non-governmental organisations. They are also often highly valued by large multi-national companies. A relatively small academic unit, we offer an intimate approach to teaching and learning enabling a more personalised environment in which academics are readily available for discussion and you are treated as an individual. Our current undergraduate students have established a Politics Society which meets on a regular basis and hosts events both within the School and externally

16 BSc International Politics UCAS Code: L240 The degree in International Politics focuses on contemporary global issues, with no history other than an introductory module of the late twentieth century. In addition, the study of international organisations as policy-making structures is core to each year of the degree; we cover not just the diplomatic relations between governments, but the economic, social and political relations between societies undertaken by companies and private groups. Students also engage in theoretical debate about how we can understand global politics in today s world. International Politics does not just mean knowing about other countries, but studying politics at the level of the global system, which influences all governments and all societies. The skills of International Politics graduates are of direct relevance to all those who need to know how their organisations fit into the world as a whole. This includes not just governments and intergovernmental organisations such as the United Nations, but also international nongovernmental organisations and multi-national companies. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

17 Course structure During the first year, you will be introduced to competing theories about our understanding of international politics; the issues of the Cold War, the Middle East and decolonisation since 1945; current environmental, human rights and development issues; the role of transnational companies and nongovernmental organisations (NGOs) as participants in global politics; and the structure of the United Nations. You will also take one other social science option or a language, from a list of elective modules. In the second year, the core theory module will be on the nature of research in International Politics and the core international organisations module will be on the European Union, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the World Trade Organisation. In addition, you will choose two elective modules from those provided by International Politics and by Sociology. In the final year, you will take two core modules and two elective modules. One core module integrates all the previous work on theory, international organisation and global issues, in greater depth, by asking how policy-making in international organisations can be understood in the context of theories of interdependence, international regimes, globalisation and global governance. The other core requirement is a project, on a topic of your own choice, which is taught by one-to-one work with your supervisor. Career prospects Graduates of this programme would be suited to a wide range of career options, from the civil service, NGOs, journalism, teaching to international law, international organisations and the corporate sector. Entry requirement A-level grades BBB UCAS tariff points IB: 30 GCSE: grade C or equivalent in English language and Maths or Statistics. Foundation programme for international students International students who do not meet the standard admissions requirement for direct entry have the opportunity to take a one-year foundation course before starting this degree programme. Further details can be found on page 30. Year 1 Theories of Global Politics Actors in Global Politics Global Political Issues in the Twenty-first Century. Introduction to Sociology Understanding the Modern World Micro and Macro-Economics Media History and Politics History and Theory in Psychology Contemporary issues in Media Studies A Language Option (French, German or Spanish). Year 2 Theories and Research in Global Politics Regional and Economic International Organisations. International Political Economy Political Change in Europe Religion in Global Politics Transnational Social Movements Understanding Social Change Media, Culture and Society New Media Challenges News and Society Political Sociology Culture, Community and Identity Global Conflict and Security. Year 3 A Supervised Project in International Politics Global Governance. The Transnational Women s Movement The Global Politics of Development Gender and Society Globalisation, Social Difference and Human Rights Migration, Refugees and Globalisation American Foreign Policy World Media Industry The Sociology of Identity International Politics of the Middle East Politics of Displacement

18 BSc International Politics and Sociology UCAS Code: LL23 This degree combines essential, core modules from both international politics and sociology, it offers a broad understanding of both subjects with a special focus on how the local and global relate to each other. As a result, International Politics at City includes not just intergovernmental relations, but also intersociety relations of non-governmental organisations (such as the Red Cross and Amnesty International) and transnational corporations (such as Ford, Shell and Microsoft). Students will gain a unique Cityapproach to each subject and a broad understanding of local, national and global relations. As with the single honours degree in international politics, the joint degree is of direct relevance to all those who need to know how their organisations fit into the world as a whole. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

19 Course structure In the first year you will be introduced to competing theories about our understanding of international politics; the role of transnational companies and nongovernmental organisations (NGOs) as participants in global politics; and the structure of the United Nations. You will also study the main sociological theorists, contemporary social questions and the principles of social research. In the second year, one core theory module will be on the nature of knowledge and research in the social sciences. In addition, you will choose two elective modules, one from International Politics and one from Sociology. In the final year, you will take a core module, which is a project, on an International Politics or Sociology topic of your own choice. This is taught by one-to-one work with your supervisor. You will choose three elective modules, making your own decisions on the balance between International Politics and Sociology modules, provided that you take at least one of each. You will find that some combinations from the two subjects, such as the politics of development and the sociology of migration, are highly mutually reinforcing. Career prospects Graduates of this programme would be suited to a wide range of career options, from the civil service, NGOs, journalism and teaching to international organisations and the corporate sector. Entry requirements A-level grades BBB UCAS tariff points IB: 30 GCSE: grade C or equivalent in English language and maths or Statistics. Foundation programme for international students International students who do not meet the standard admissions requirement for direct entry have the opportunity to take a one-year foundation course before starting this degree programme. Further details can be found on page 30. Year 1 Theories of Global Politics Actors in Global Politics Introduction to Sociology Understanding the Modern World. Year 2 Theories and Research in Global Politics Research Methods Workshop. International Politics elective modules: International Political Economy Political Change in Europe Regional and Economic International Organisations Religions in Global Politics Transnational Social Movements Global Conflict and Security. Sociology elective modules: Understanding Social Change New Media Challenges News and Society Media, Culture and Society Key Issues in Criminology Political Sociology Transnational Social Movements. Year 3 Core module: A supervised project either in International Politics or Sociology. International Politics elective modules: American Foreign Policy The Global Politics of Development Global Governance International Politics of the Middle East Politics of Displacement. Sociology elective modules: Gender and Society Globalisation, Social Difference and Human Rights Migration, Refugees and Globalisation Sociology of Sexualities World Media Industry The Sociology of Identity

20 Psychology The Department of Psychology at City University London is particularly proud of its reputation, the quality of its academic staff, their teaching and the overall learning infrastructure. The Department has a stimulating undergraduate course and a thriving suite of postgraduate courses in Health, Organisational and Counselling Psychology, all of which are accredited by the British Psychological Society. The undergraduate degree in Psychology, ranked in the top third of all UK Psychology degree providers in the Times Good University Guide (2008), is an extremely well recognised course. Like all other undergraduate courses in the School, the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology provides a challenging education that benefits students and the organisations that will employ them in the future. Although you will follow a set curriculum in years one and two of the course, you will be offered the opportunity to specialise in the final year. The wide range of options available is linked to the specialist expertise of our academic staff, so you will be exposed to current developments in the field. The quality of the course is monitored both by the University and through external validation by the British Psychological Society (BPS). You ll find that the Department of Psychology sets high academic standards, but within a friendly and supportive atmosphere that will help you to achieve your goals. Based within the Social Science Building, the department offers practical hands-on learning within the various specialised research labs and has a dedicated technical support team on hand. The following research labs are located within the Social Sciences Building: the EEG Laboratory (which includes a Faraday Cage, enabling the use of sensitive equipment required in Electroencephalography); the Memory Research Laboratory; 2 Autism Research Laboratories; the Undergraduate Laboratory suite (this comprises of a suite of 5 soundproofed fully equipped testing cubicles); the Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory and the PC Laboratory which comprises 40 PC s that are available for individual use and are also bookable for group experiments and general testing. The department has particular research strengths in cognitive psychology, memory, neuropsychology, autism, decision making, plus a wide range of applied research in organisational, health and counselling psychology. Our research and scholarship shapes policy and practise in these areas. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

21 BSc Psychology UCAS Code: C800 This popular British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited degree, encourages analytical and critical thinking, the careful appraisal of evidence and the application of various technical skills. You will learn about a range of topics within the discipline, including the application of psychological knowledge to many professional areas, and you will learn to appreciate how the subject progresses through the careful use of research methods. The degree offers a wide range of transferable skills which are incorporated into the course to enhance your employment prospects. As a result, the programme is excellent preparation for further training in psychology at postgraduate level, and also very well suited for those interested in pursuing careers across a broad range of sectors

22 BSc Psychology Course structure In your first year you take four modules covering the main areas of Psychology: Cognitive, Lifespan, Biological and the History of Psychological Theories. In addition, a specialist module focuses on the training and skills that you will need for your degree, including the use of statistical software, writing and presentation skills, and the use of research tools to access appropriate material to support your other modules. Finally there are two Research Methods modules which train you in the scientific method for research in psychology and the statistical methods needed for data analysis. In your second year you continue the study of the core aspects of Psychology with modules in Developmental, Social and Cognitive Psychology, Personality and Individual Psychology and Psychobiology. The Research Methods module introduces you to a more advanced level of designing and analysing your own experimental and observational studies, including psychometrics and qualitative methods. The third year provides the opportunity to select optional modules. These options cover major applications of Psychology (Clinical, Coaching Organisational and Health) and there are options in which students learn about the latest current research in particular specialised areas from leading researchers in the field. Topics currently include memory, cognitive neuroscience, neurobiology of action, autism, early social and emotional development, the psychology of wellbeing, behavioural analysis, judgement and decision making, representing conceptual knowledge, and philosophy of psychology. In addition you will conduct your own piece of empirical research for the psychology project in close conjunction with your project supervisor. Career prospects A psychology degree is widely recognised as an excellent introduction to many careers, and we work closely with the Centre for Career Development to promote our students prospects. Key skills are the evaluation of ideas and evidence, written and oral presentation skills, and sophisticated understanding of numerical data. A significant proportion of our graduates follow further training in professional psychology and students also follow careers in teaching, social services, industry and management, human resources, marketing and many other professions. Entry requirements A-level grades ABB 320 UCAS tariff points IB: 34 GCSE: grade C or equivalent in English language and Maths or Statistics. Year 1 Specialist Background in Psychology Cognitive Approaches to Mind and Behaviour History and Theory of Psychology Biological Approaches to Mind and Behaviour Lifespan Psychology Research Design and Analysis (Quantitative Methods) Research Design and Analysis (Laboratory Methods). One to be taken from a choice of languages, economics, international politics, media studies and mathematics. Year 2 Research Methods in Psychology Cognitive Psychology 1 (Thinking and Perception) Cognitive Psychology 2 (Memory and Language) Biological Psychology Developmental Psychology Social Psychology Personality and Differential Psychology. Year 3 Research Project in Psychology. Approaches to Autism Abnormal and Clinical Psychology Coaching Psychology: Theory, Research and Practice Concepts and Categorisation Health Psychology Introduction to Applied Behavioural Analysis Judgement and Decision Making Memory: Trends and Issues Neuroscience: Brain, Mind and Body Normal and Disordered Word Processing Organisational Psychology Positive Psychology Psychology as Philosophy Social and Emotional Development: The Early Years Topics in Cognitive Neuroscience. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

23 Sociology City University London is ranked highly as one of London s leading centres for sociological research and teaching. The Department of Sociology is committed to the development of the discipline and this is reflected in our globally oriented teaching and research activities. Our nationally and internationally renowned staff are experts in a wide range of research areas and scholarly interests. With a thriving community of over 300 students on undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes, we have created a vibrant and stimulating environment for teaching, research and intellectual exchange. We benefit from the presence of a growing number of externally funded researchers, international visiting scholars and an increasing number of research students working on projects close to our core interests. This, in combination with our central London location, has produced a cutting-edge research context for staff and students alike. At undergraduate level, the Department of Sociology has developed distinctive degrees in Sociology, Criminology and Media and Communication Studies. We also run joint programmes with the departments of Psychology and International Politics. Our courses equip students with the knowledge and skills that are relevant to a range of professional careers. We also have a commitment to training the next generation of sociologists. As part of this objective we combine theoretically innovative analysis with rigorous training in the methodologies that enable our students to research the socio-economic, demographic, cultural and technological issues that define contemporary social life. This ethos is reflected throughout our undergraduate and postgraduate activities

24 BSc Sociology UCAS Code: L300 This well-established degree is concerned with important contemporary topics and debates such as cultural and socio-economic transformations, social stratification and class formation, gender and sexuality, race relations and new ethnicities, migration, human rights, citizenship and cosmopolitan identity, governance, media and communications and crime and insecurity. Throughout your studies, particular emphasis is placed on developing the global dimensions of sociological analysis. As well as providing students with a critical understanding of the fundamentals of sociological thought, the degree encourages the evaluation and planning of research. Modules reflect the particular expertise of academic staff who are internationally recognised for their research. Sociological theories are taught both in specialised modules and in the context of options addressing specific social, cultural and political issues. During the first year, for example, students apply their sociological perspective to the vital issues that are redefining our understanding and experience of rapidly changing urban environments. The School of Social Sciences Undergraduate courses

25 Course structure In the first year students take four modules. All students take the Introduction to Sociology module which establishes the core foundations for degree level study. You are introduced to sociology s analysis of modernity, its distinctive ideas and analytical approaches as well as the key methods that have been developed to make sense of complex social relationships and institutional arrangements. A critical concern is careful analysis of the taken-for-granted character of everyday life, social relationships and institutions. Sociologists interrogate assumptions about the social world showing that it is possible to reassess how we think about the society we live in. In the second year, you begin to specialise more in advanced topics, studying four modules, including two core modules and two elective modules. One of the core courses considers the main approaches to contemporary sociological analysis and research processes, whilst the other is concerned with understanding the causes and consequences of cultural and societal change. This ranges from changes in households and intimate relationships through to globalisation of economy, culture and politics. You can also choose options from a portfolio of intellectually stimulating sociology, media and cultural studies and criminology courses. In the final year, you can choose from three specialist modules which are taught by leading researchers. You also complete a research dissertation on a topic of your choosing, in consultation with a personal supervisor. Career prospects A sociology degree develops a range of skills and intellectual abilities valued by employers including analytical skills, communicating ideas, independent judgement and the ability to think constructively about key issues. Our graduates are found within a variety of different professions. Possible sectors for employment include civil service, broadcasting, advertising, press and public relations, audience and market research, the cultural industries, education, campaigning groups, non-governmental agencies, think tanks, the criminal justice system, protective agencies and health and social services. Because we develop skills and abilities valued by employers, City is consistently ranked as one of the top UK universities for career opportunities and professional development. Entry requirements A-level grades BBC 280 UCAS tariff points IB: 30 GCSE: grade C or equivalent in English Language and Maths or Statistics. Year 1 Introduction to Sociology Understanding the Modern World Media History and Politics Contemporary Issues in Media Studies. Introduction to Criminology History and Theory in Psychology Lifespan Psychology Global Political Issues in the late Twentieth Century Theories of Global Politics Topics in Applied Macroeconomics Introduction to Microeconomics Introduction to Macroeconomics Actors in Global Politics. Year 2 Theories and Research Strategies in Contemporary Sociology Research Methods Workshop. New Media Challenges Understanding Social Change Media Culture and Society News and Society Media, Crime and Criminal Justice Political Sociology. Year 3 Core module: Sociology Research Project. World Media Industry Sociology of Race and Racism Migration, Refugees and Globalisation Gender and Society Sociology of Sexualities The Information Society Victims, Crime and Society Globalisation, Social Difference and Human Rights Approaches to Film