BA (Hons) Social Policy and Spanish in Glasgow United Kingdom | University of Strathclyde

This course explores how societies allocate resources and design services to address both individual and societal requirements. Core topics in Social Policy include analyzing poverty, various forms of inequality (economic, racial, age-based, and gender-related), social justice, healthcare, education, the criminal justice system, and housing. The field employs both qualitative and quantitative research methods to better understand resource allocation strategies and how societies evaluate progress in meeting these needs. The program offers insights into the socioeconomic challenges specific to Scottish society while situating them within a global context. It incorporates perspectives from multiple disciplines including history, sociology, anthropology, economics, law, psychology, social anthropology, and political science. Spanish, with over 500 million native speakers, ranks as the world's second most spoken language. Proficiency in Spanish enhances business communication capabilities in increasingly significant global markets. Our program develops fluent language skills and provides study abroad opportunities through our year abroad initiative, allowing students to immerse themselves in foreign cultures through living, working, or studying internationally. Our BA programs in Humanities & Social Sciences begin with a broad foundation. During Year 1, students engage with three subjects, including their chosen specialization(s). Career Paths Social Policy graduates commonly pursue roles in: - Policy development and research for local/national governments - Regional and urban planning - Business administration and management - Nonprofit sector and charity research/policy development - Children's services - Education - Healthcare and social welfare - Protective services Modern language graduates enjoy strong demand across multiple sectors. Career options include teaching, translation, multilingual work environments, international business, as well as journalism and broadcasting.