Sociology, BA (Hons)

Studying a BA Honours in Sociology equips you to analyse and address society's most pressing challenges, developing analytical skills for careers that drive solutions. The degree explores topics such as inequality, social change, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, crime, deviance, and social justice, while offering options in History, Politics, Media and Journalism, and language studies. You can also undertake a dissertation or work placement in your final year, gaining transferable skills in critical thinking, research, communication, and teamwork, which are highly valued by employers.Popular career paths for graduates include youth and community work, HR, marketing, and roles in charitable organisations or government. The course allows specialisation in sociology with flexible modules to align with your interests, providing a broad foundation in theory and practical skills for diverse employment opportunities. It covers issues from popular culture and social inequalities to global relations, gender, identity, and migration, with assessments varying by module.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.