Creating effective social policies is key to tackling the big issues we face in society today such as poverty, health inequality, and unemployment.

Social Policy and Sociology at Lincoln draws on these two key disciplines to offer an insight into the diverse social groups, structures, and practices that make up society.

The degree aims to analyse and critique the different social constructions of everyday life. It offers students the opportunity to engage with key debates about social problems and the welfare of citizens, alongside the study of sociological theory and research methods.

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications for entry onto year one of a bachelor’s degree:

• Successful completion of an International Foundation programme
• Between 27 and 34 International Baccalaureate (IB) points depending on the course you wish to apply for. Specific information on IB requirements can be found on individual undergraduate course pages.