Undergraduate study at Essex
We
offer a
wide range of courses that cover the areas of
sociology, criminology and media. Some of our courses are joint with other subjects so
you can broaden your understanding in areas such as:
Speak to a current student
Would you like to find out what it's like to study at Essex? You can ask our
students questions on the
Department's Facebook page, by becoming their
Friend on Facebook
or e-mailing them direct at
socfr001@essex.ac.uk.
Study options
We value face-to-face contact with our students when we teach and we make
sure you learn in a variety of ways, including:
- lectures and small seminar groups;
- away days;
- group work;
- presentations;
- project work (individual and group); and
- written assignments.
Teaching is usually by lectures followed by classes
or discussion groups of 10-15 students, or by small
seminars. Your learning is assessed by written
assignments.
Close links with other areas of our University
The links we have with other areas of expertise in our University, including
our Human Rights Centre, Centre for Prison Studies and Children's Legal Centre
to name a few, further enhance your learning experience and ensure you have
access to the insights into how your knowledge can be applied.
Careers and skills
Our courses equip you with a range of skills that make you highly prized by
employers in a variety of professions.
How
to apply
Apply for undergraduate study with us through
UCAS. Our applicant portal, myEssex, provides you with online services once
you have submitted your application and more information is available from our
Undergraduate Admissions Office.
Study abroad
Everyone has the opportunity to spend some time
studying abroad, normally in your third year. If
this is something you would like to do we can help you select the most
appropriate destination.
Contact us
Undergraduate enquiries
Study abroad
We make it possible for you to undertake study abroad, either during your Essex
course or by attending Essex whilst you are studying elsewhere. You will
find study abroad extremely worthwhile and enjoyable, both socially
and educationally.
Support
Our Student Resource Centre provides an academic and personal support service specifically aimed at sociology students and those taking sociology options. It is home to an extensive range of study aids and support services and runs a programme of academic skills workshops throughout the year..