Understanding Contemporary Culture and Society Contemporary society is constantly changing and is made up of many complex relationships. Interculturalism, globalisation, migration, mass media, multilingualism and accelerated technological change continue to define this world we live in. In fact, they are what shape the intricate complexities and relationships that exist all around us. This degree explores the factors that are influencing us now and is concerned with understanding and analysing our modern world. It has the scope and flexibility of a broad-based liberal arts degree, but offers a considerable scope for specialisation in later years.

On completion of this degree you will have acquired a comprehensive understanding of your two specialist areas, together with the transferable skills of the well-rounded Humanities and Social Sciences graduate, including oral and written communication, critical thinking and analysis, teamwork and research techniques. You will be prepared to make an effective contribution to society in your future career. This unique degree gives you career opportunities in national and international institutions, the public service, community-based organizations, international advisory bodies, EU bodies, and other careers in international affairs, policy evaluation or research. As a graduate of this course you will also be eligible to apply for postgraduate degrees in Humanities and Social Sciences including masters programmes in areas such as Intercultural Studies, Political and Public Communication, International Relations, Globalisation, Journalism, Communications, and Media Studies.