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PI1035: SOCIAL SCIENCE (ACCESS) (2016-2017)

Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27


Course Overview

This course is designed to introduce students, who may have little no prior knowledge of Social Science subjects, to the study of social science at both domestic and international level.

The course will cover topics from predominantly Politics and Sociology, including government within the UK, the European Union, political participation, devolution, identity processes in contemporary society, health, inequality and elementary political and sociological theory. It will also serve to introduce students to the skills necessary for successful university study, in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 1
Term First Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus Old Aberdeen Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Malcolm Harvey

Qualification Prerequisites

None.

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

  • Any Undergraduate Programme (Studied)
  • Programme Level 1
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What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This course is designed to introduce students, who may have little no prior knowledge of Social Science subjects, to the study of social science at both domestic and international level.

The course will cover topics from predominantly Politics and Sociology, including government within the UK, the European Union, political participation, devolution, identity processes in contemporary society, health, inequality and elementary political and sociological theory. It will also serve to introduce students to the skills necessary for successful university study, in a supportive and encouraging environment.


Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

1st Attempt: 

  • Two Essays (25% each)
  • Examination (50%)

Formative Assessment

There are no assessments for this course.

Feedback

Students will receive feedback both orally and in written form.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.

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