The BA Sociology and Anthropology with Employment Experience at the University of Exeter offers you a deep dive into the complexities of human societies and cultures. This undergraduate degree is designed for inquisitive minds eager to understand social structures, cultural practices, and the challenges faced by diverse populations globally. You will explore foundational theories in sociology and anthropology, developing critical analytical techniques to examine social phenomena, from contemporary societal issues to the intricate workings of human relationships and communities. This program equips you with a robust academic framework for understanding the social world.
You will study this degree full-time on campus over four years, gaining foundational knowledge in Year 1 and advancing your expertise through compulsory and optional modules in subsequent years, covering areas like theoretical sociology and current debates in anthropology. The curriculum encourages you to develop specialist knowledge and culminates in a significant dissertation, allowing you to pursue in-depth research in either sociology or anthropology. Crucially, the "with Employment Experience" component provides practical application of your learning, preparing you for diverse career paths in social research, policy, or community development.