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BA Sociology & Anthropology BA Sociology & Social Policy 3 year honours degree programmes (4 years with optional placement year) Intake each September Both programmes offer: Taught units (modules) on exciting and contemporary topics International study opportunities Opportunities to apply knowledge and skills to real life situations www.bournemouth.ac.uk 2
What is Sociology? The study of how society is organized and how we experience life (source: http://www.britsoc.co.uk/whatissociology/studyingsoc.aspx) Both programmes share a core sociology component exploring: Structure and organisation of modern societies in global context Key sociological theories and debates about social class, families, gender, sexuality, identity, nationality, ethnicity, work, health, youth, ageing, communities, welfare, social change world-wide Sociological research methods (learning about and doing research) Fully internationalised curriculum and opportunities Led by internationally recognised, research-active, teaching team www.bournemouth.ac.uk 3
What is Anthropology? - The study of humanity in its broadest sense: people all over the globe, past and present - Social anthropology shares many core theories and approaches with sociology. However, stronger focus on non- European societies (e.g., Africa, Asia, South America) - Biological anthropology explores physical, environmental and genetic aspects of human existence and experience over time www.bournemouth.ac.uk 4
BA (Hons) Sociology and Anthropology Anthropology component incorporates both social and biological anthropology. Options in 2 nd /3 rd year allow you to focus more on one or the other. Sociology Social Anthropology Biological Anthropology and Archaeology www.bournemouth.ac.uk 5
BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy Sociology Social Policy Sociology covers much of the same terrain as anthropology But seeks to link micro phenomena to macro & the local to the global context! www.bournemouth.ac.uk 6
What is Social Policy? - The study of welfare and wellbeing, and its relationship to politics and society, individuals & communities - Focus on UK with strong international comparative perspectives - Embedded in an engaging and socially relevant format www.bournemouth.ac.uk 7
Policy development = culture change UK advice for parents in the 1920s: Crumpsall Workhouse, London, c. 1895 Treat them as though they were young adults. Never hug and kiss them, never let them sit on your lap. If you must, kiss them once on the forehead when they say goodnight. Shake hands with them in the morning try it out In a week s time you will be utterly ashamed of the mawkish, sentimental way you have been handling it. (Watson 1928:12) James Robertson (1952) A Two-year-old goes to Hospital www.bournemouth.ac.uk 8
Cultural Diversity in Parenting An ethnographic example from Benin (Baatombu): Family fostering as the rule. Customary social distance between parents and children, marked by various rules of avoidance. Parents are believed to be habitually too lenient towards their own children; therefore education is the responsibility of the entire community Customary social parentage. (E. Alber 2004) www.bournemouth.ac.uk 9
New for Soc+ 2016 BA Sociology BA Sociology & Criminology The additional programmes will add even more variety to the individual units we share across programmes www.bournemouth.ac.uk 10
Both degree programmes Developing analytical and research skills in students Learning to think outside the box ; training critical, conceptual and innovative thinking Broadening cross-cultural and historical understanding Ideal stepping stone to postgraduate studies Diverse, staff expertise across the social sciences www.bournemouth.ac.uk 11
Additional Placement Options on both programmes BU provides option for students to take a year out of studies between 2 nd and 3 rd (final) year to do a 1 year (40 week) placement. Alternatively, you can do a shorter 20 day placement in the third year as an option Application of course learning to real life situations Develop career and employment skills to enhance employability upon graduation. www.bournemouth.ac.uk 12
Degree models Uni Year 1 Uni Year 2 Uni Year 1 Uni Year 2 Placement Placement Year Uni Year 3 Uni Final Year www.bournemouth.ac.uk 13
International Opportunities 1. Option to do 1 semester (Feb- June) of study in Malaysia Modules you do there count as part of your final degree at BU Students finance flight and accommodation in Malaysia, but do not pay double fees There are travel grants available for BU students to help towards these costs www.bournemouth.ac.uk 14
International Opportunities 2. Shorter 20 day work-based placement in Malaysia. 3. European Exchanges via Erasmus and others We are constantly seeking new international learning & teaching opps for our students. www.bournemouth.ac.uk 15
Our research interests and expertise Robust, research informed education www.bournemouth.ac.uk 16
Year 1 units of study Both programmes Introduction to Social Research Introduction to Social Theory & Deviance Social Exclusion and Discrimination Families and Kinship in Contemporary Society BASA only Introduction to Anthropology Ancient Peoples and Places BASSP only Law and Social Policy Communities and Social Development www.bournemouth.ac.uk 17
Year 2 units of study Both programmes Marginalisation & Globalisation History of Social Welfare Methods & Methodologies Love & Intimacy in Contem Society BASA only Themes in Archaeology &Anthropology plus 2 option units BASSP only In Sickness, Disability & Sickness Plus 2 option units OPTION Level P 40 week Placement www.bournemouth.ac.uk 18
Year 2 units of study Both programmes Culture and Society History of Social Welfare Globalisation and Marginalisation BASA only Themes in Archaeology and Anthropology plus 2 option units BASSP only Health and Society Urban and Rural Communities in Britain plus 1 option unit www.bournemouth.ac.uk 19
Year 3 units of study Core units, both programmes: Dissertation Politics and Ideology Cultural Ecology (BASA only) Option units, both programmes: Terrorism, Protection and Society Troubling Gender Seekers, Believers & Iconoclasts: Soc of Thought Anthropology of international policy 20-day Placement Learning www.bournemouth.ac.uk 20
International mobility Malaysia, Europe and coming soon - Colombia www.bournemouth.ac.uk 21
Teaching & Learning Interactive and formal lectures Seminars, group discussions, workshops and debates Developing research skills: Yr 1 Introduction to Social Research (group project) Yr 2 Methods & Methodologies in the Social Sciences Yr 2 Into the Field Yr 3 Dissertation (individual final-year thesis) www.bournemouth.ac.uk 22
Future careers Higher Education Statistics Agency 2011, known data for social studies UK/EU domiciled graduates (including Sociology and Anthropology) within 6 months of graduating: 61.8% of graduates in employment in UK/internationally 2011 9% combining work and further study 14.5% further study only www.bournemouth.ac.uk 23
Typical career opportunities Youth, social & community work Civil service, local government, social policy Think Tanks Advocacy & human rights work Health services Teaching & education International development Corporate business Media & journalism Global aid & humanitarian orgs/ngos www.bournemouth.ac.uk 24
Entry Requirements Written English skills Numerical skills (Maths GCSE grade C or above) Understanding of and interest in social sciences Ability to study at degree level 280 UCAS credits (minimum) www.bournemouth.ac.uk 25
Preferred subjects We will consider all applications. However, a background some of the following subjects may be an advantage: Sociology, History, Geography, Politics & Government, Religious Studies, Philosophy, Economics, Biology, English Lang / Lit. www.bournemouth.ac.uk 26
Application forms We are looking for good insight, genuine interest and ability, and enthusiasm! Demonstrate relevant skills and qualities Able to read, digest and analyse information Can work independently & in groups The importance of a good application form Completing the Personal Statement: Why do you want to do the course? How has your life experiences helped you to understand people and society? Tell us about you and your interests. www.bournemouth.ac.uk 27
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Entry requirements Appropriate entry requirements include: A-levels/BTECs High school leaving examinations considered to be of an equivalent level to Advanced Level examinations in the UK International or European Baccalaureate Junior College Diploma Foundation Certificate at Bournemouth University International College If English is not your first language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component or equivalent. Please see our website for more details of our entry requirements. www.bournemouth.ac.uk 29
Scholarships UK students Academic Excellence Scholarship - 1,500 BU Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship - most promising applicant (Access to Higher Education qualifications) - worth 9,000 BU Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship - most promising applicant (BTEC qualifications) - worth 9,000 BU sports scholarship - up to 5,000 BU music scholarship - up to 1,000 EU students Academic Excellence Scholarship - 1,500 BU sports scholarship - up to 5,000 BU music scholarship - up to 1,000 www.bournemouth.ac.uk 30
Scholarships September 2015 Non-EU students BU Academic Excellence Scholarship (worth 1,500) BU Top-up degree Scholarship (worth 2,000) GREAT Bournemouth University Scholarship, India (worth 3,000) BU Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship most promising applicant (UG) (tuition fee waiver) www.bournemouth.ac.uk 31
Support available Academic support Disability & Additional Learning Support Language Centre Library & Learning Support Study Support o Academic writing o Critical analysis o Exam and revision techniques o Presentations o Referencing o Avoiding plagiarism Dedicated International Student Support Specialist International Student Support Officer providing dedicated one to one Academic and Pastoral support both pre and post arrival at BU. Health and wellbeing Chaplaincy Counselling Medical Centre www.bournemouth.ac.uk 32
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Bournemouth a great place to study and live www.bournemouth.ac.uk 34
Any questions? Find out more information: Meet BU in your country: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/international Local contacts in your country: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/representatives Online Seminars and Chats: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/online-events Open Days: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/opendays Contact askbu Tel: 01202 961 916 Visit: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/askbu E-Mail: askbuenquiries@bournemouth.ac.uk Fees and funding: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/ug-funding Course information: www.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses www.bournemouth.ac.uk 35