Bachelor in How We Teach

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Aug 31, 2027, while tuition fees for Bachelor in How We Teach are 17,500 GBP per year.

Sociology at Plymouth fosters a distinctively friendly and supportive community, consistently celebrated by students for its high satisfaction levels and emphasis on individual mentorship. Rather than relying on traditional lecture-only models, the department prioritizes an active, experiential approach to social inquiry, encouraging students to step beyond the classroom to engage with the world directly.

The programme is designed for those who thrive in dynamic learning environments. Whether through international field trips to locations like the Gambia or national visits to London and Wales, the curriculum treats the world as a living laboratory. Students benefit from an open-door policy, ensuring personal tutors are accessible to support your academic journey individually.

Diverse Assessment and Pedagogical Innovation

We recognize that every student learns differently, which is why the degree is entirely coursework-based, with no formal examinations. This allows you to demonstrate your knowledge through a variety of formats, including:

• Simulation games: Role-playing complex scenarios, such as UN summits, to sharpen argumentation and critical thinking.
• Ethnographic research: Conducting real-world interviews and field observations to master essential research methodologies.
• Problem-based collaborative projects: Working in teams to solve contemporary issues, mirroring professional environments.
• Digital integration: A comprehensive Virtual Learning Platform (DLE) providing interactive resources, quizzes, and self-paced materials to accommodate diverse learning schedules.

By blending traditional seminars with creative assessments—such as poster presentations, article reviews, and learning diaries—the programme ensures that no student is disadvantaged by a single method of evaluation, while preparing graduates for the multifaceted demands of the professional world.

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.