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Taught entirely in Welsh, the BA Cymdeithaseg gyda Pholisi Cymdeithasol is ideal if you dream of someday improving social and welfare conditions in Wales or on behalf of Welsh citizens. You can choose to study English language modules and we run an alternative BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy taught in English.
As well as examining national and global problems, such as inequality or climate change, our focus on Wales and Welsh issues provides a real sense of what is happening in local communities. You’ll consider pressing social issues like homelessness and lack of affordable housing, for example, or poor broadband connection in the Welsh countryside.
The Welsh medium teaching team’s expertise in teaching sociology through the medium of Welsh led to the production of the ground-breaking ‘Pecyn Adnoddau Amlgyfrwng Cymdeithaseg’ series, currently used in schools and universities across Wales. Their subject-specific knowledge also encompasses social change and conflict, education, language, identities (race, democracy, nation), social issues (health, housing and social inequality), crime and justice, media, music, political action and technology.
We are the only university where you can study your Sociology and Social Policy degree entirely in Welsh. Our bilingual community is an integral part of Bangor University and around 70% of staff have skills in the Welsh Language. This enables you to meet and study in a friendly, supportive environment with other Welsh speaking students and staff.
This Welsh medium BA (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy provides a solid foundation in the key concepts and approaches of two complementary disciplines. Sociology examines the causes and impact of social problems, while Social Policy provides the insight to better address society’s needs and rights. The degree programme is also suitable for those with an interest in public administration.
You will explore contemporary social and political issues, such as poverty, housing and education, identifying causes and solutions. Hearing opinions of students from all over the world, with differing backgrounds and experiences, opens you up to new perspectives.
You’ll also hear first-hand experiences from those supporting social change. Guest speakers have previously included Race Council Cymru, Social Workers Without Borders, Action For Children, HM Courts and Tribunals Services, Gwynedd Council, and Antur Waenfawr. While visits to local and national government offices allow you to see policy making in progress within a devolved Wales.
This is a Welsh medium course. This course can also be studied through the medium of English. The English medium course has a different UCAS code.
Why choose Bangor University for this course?
- Bangor is the only university to offer a Sociology and Social Policy degree taught 100% in Welsh. This can boost your employability in workplaces which value or insist on Welsh language skills.
- You can gain funding when you study through the medium of Welsh. Scholarships by The Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol offer up to £1,000 per year whilst the University Welsh Medium Bursary offers an additional £250 per year depending on the amount of Welsh modules taken.
- Close links with local/national governments, employers, charities, social care organisations and criminal justice agencies enable field trips, for example, to the UK and Welsh Parliaments and Supreme Court.
- Taught by internationally respected researchers exploring the effects of innovation, social changes, political and policy developments on health, poverty, language, social care, welfare and wellbeing.
- Gain real-life experience on placement – students have previously worked with Citizens Advice, Welsh Women’s Aid, local authorities, Llandudno Museum, for example.
Additional Course Options
This course is available with a Placement Year option where you will study for 1 additional year. The Placement Year is undertaken at the end of the second year and students are away for the whole of the academic year.
The Placement Year provides you with a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop valuable skills and contacts through working with a self-sourced organisation relevant to your degree subject. The minimum period in placement (at one or more locations) is seven calendar months; more usually you would spend 10-12 months with a placement provider. You would normally start sometime in the period June to September of your second year and finish between June and September the following year. Placements can be UK-based or overseas and you will work with staff to plan and finalise the placement arrangements.
You will be expected to find and arrange a suitable placement to complement your degree and will be fully supported throughout by a dedicated member of staff at your academic School and the University’s Careers and Employability Services.
You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option when you have started your course at Bangor and can make an application for a transfer onto this pathway at the appropriate time. Read more about the work experience opportunities that may be available to you or, if you have any questions, please get in touch.
This course is available with an International Experience Year option where you will study or work abroad for 1 additional year. You will have ‘with International Experience’ added to your degree title on graduating.
Studying abroad is a great opportunity to see a different way of life, learn about new cultures and broaden your horizons. With international experience of this kind, you’ll really improve your career prospects. There are a wide variety of destinations and partner universities to choose from. If you plan to study in a country where English is not spoken natively, there may be language courses available for you at Bangor and in your host university to improve your language skills.
You will have the opportunity to fully consider this option at any time during your degree at Bangor and make your application. If you have any questions in the meantime, please get in touch.
Read more about the International Experience Year programme and see the studying or working abroad options on the Student Exchanges section of our website.