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Social Sciences
Introduction to the Social Sciences
A survey of how psychology, sociology, anthropology, and political science each study human behaviour and society, and how these disciplines complement and differ from one another. Establishes the shared vocabulary and ways of thinking every other course in this faculty builds on.
Social Sciences
Research Methods for the Social Sciences
How social scientists actually generate knowledge โ designing studies, collecting quantitative and qualitative data, and drawing sound conclusions while avoiding common methodological pitfalls. The methodological foundation every discipline in this faculty relies on.
Social Sciences
Academic Writing, Critical Thinking and Communication
The core academic skills every social science student relies on โ constructing a clear argument, evaluating evidence critically, and writing and presenting findings effectively. Builds directly on the research methods already covered in this faculty, turning data and ideas into communicable work.
Social Sciences
Ethics, Diversity and Social Responsibility
The ethical and social considerations that run through every discipline in this faculty โ professional and research ethics, working respectfully across cultural and social difference, and the social responsibilities that come with studying and working with people and communities.
Psychology
Introduction to Psychological Science
The foundations of psychology as a science โ the biological bases of behaviour, cognition, learning, and the major perspectives psychologists use to explain the mind and behaviour. Builds directly on the social science foundations already established in this faculty, focused specifically on the individual mind.
Sociology
Foundations of Sociological Theory and Social Structures
How sociologists explain social order, inequality, and change โ the classical and contemporary theoretical traditions in sociology, and the major social structures such as family, class, and institutions that shape human life at scale.
Development Studies
Introduction to Development Studies and Global Development
How societies pursue economic, social, and human development โ major development theories, the roles of governments, NGOs, and international institutions, and the debates surrounding poverty, inequality, and sustainable development.
Languages
Linguistics and Language Acquisition Foundations
The scientific study of language โ phonetics, grammar, meaning, and how humans acquire and use language, forming the analytical foundation for the study of any specific language or literature within this programme.
Social Work
Foundations of Social Work Practice
The values, methods, and scope of professional social work โ the helping relationship, case management, and the core practice models social workers use to support individuals, families, and communities in need.
Political Science
Foundations of Political Science and Governance
How political power, institutions, and governance actually work โ political systems, the state, elections and representation, and the major ideologies and theories political scientists use to analyse politics and public policy.
Theology
Foundations of Theology and Religious Studies
The academic study of religion and theology โ major world religious traditions, the methods and disciplines of theological study, and the relationship between faith, scripture, and reasoned inquiry.
Education
Foundations of Education
Introduces education as a field of study โ the philosophical, psychological, and sociological foundations underpinning how and why we teach. Covers major philosophies of education, the psychology of learning, and education's role within society, forming the conceptual base every other course in this faculty builds on.