Sociology, BA (Hons), with industry placement

Course summary

Study a sociology degree to make sense of society's most challenging issues. You'll emerge with the analytical skills to embark on careers that help to deliver solutions.Our BA Hons Sociology explores issues such as inequality and social change, gender and sexuality, ethnicity, crime and deviance, and social justice. The course provides a wide range of options, including the chance to widen your perspective by studying a language. You could also undertake a dissertation or work placement.By the end of your degree, you'll understand how to apply critical thought, research, communication, and teamwork to what you do. These transferable skills are sought after by many employers.Popular careers for our sociology graduates include youth and community work, welfare provision, and positions within charitable organisations and local and national government.What you should know about this course

• It enables students to specialise in the study of sociology while incorporating courses to allow you to build your degree around your interests and career aspirations

• It equips you to build a broad foundation in sociological thinking and theory is offered while also supporting you to pursue your own ideas and interests through focused research

• You develop a range of intellectual and practical transferable skills that provide a strong foundation for future employment in a range of careers in the sociological workplace

• It covers a range of issues from popular culture to social justice, from gender and identity to global relations

• Greenwich is ranked joint 1st in London in Sociology for student satisfaction in the 2023 Complete University Guide.

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.