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Sociology and Human Resource Management at University of Derby - UCAS

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2024 - 2025
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University of Derby has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

11Jan
University of Derby Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

BA (Hons) Sociology and Human Resource Management Develop the skills, insights and ambition to not just understand the complexity of modern societies but to intervene in them and make a positive difference to the lives of others. Alongside this you’ll gain a contemporary perspective on human resource management and how the management of people is central to the needs of a business. Why choose this course? By studying this course you’ll develop the skills, insights and ambition to not just understand the complexity of modern societies but to intervene in them and make a positive difference to the lives of others. Alongside this you’ll gain a contemporary perspective on human resource management and how the management of people is central to the needs of a business. The world we live is changing rapidly and sociology is a dynamic and evolving subject that is best placed to plot global change and how this impacts nations, communities and individual lives. Sociology at the University of Derby offers you a fantastic opportunity to develop the skills, insights and ambition to not just understand the complexity of modern societies but to intervene in them and make a positive difference to the lives of others. How you will learn For your Sociology modules, you’ll learn through a range of methods such as:

  • lectures
  • seminars
  • multimedia presentations
  • online collaboration
  • guest lectures
  • class debates.
For your Human Resource Management modules, you’ll learn through a range of method such as:
  • formal lectures which will at times include expert speakers
  • seminars which can be tutor-led or student-led and can include discussions critical analysis of reading, presentations, group work, debates and general problem solving, interaction with real businesses, case study analysis, computer lab work, practical analysis and formative assessment
  • tutorials which are one-to-one sessions with a tutor to discuss the development of assignments
  • work experience projects
  • self-directed study
  • video discussions with overseas partner institutions.
We place great emphasis on real world learning. We will use our academic expertise to make the links between theoretical Human Resource Management frameworks and the practicalities of the real business world. We have developed extensive links with the business community to enhance the practical focus. Opportunities and experiences You’ll have the opportunity to take a year long placement in a Human Resource Management setting to put the skills you’ve learned into practice in a real -world environment. Alternatively, you can choose to study a semester abroad to explore Sociology on a global scale. Careers and employability You'll develop the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in fields such as:
  • business and consultancy
  • human resource management
  • personnel
  • individual and organisational development
  • corporate careers that involve developing performance in people
  • social work
  • probation
  • the Civil Service
  • charity work
  • social research.

How to apply

31Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
LN36
Institution code:
D39
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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73%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
91%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £14900 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £14900 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

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Sociology and Human Resource Management at University of Derby - UCAS