Education Studies - Sociology, BA (Hons)

The BA Education Studies – Sociology explores why people learn differently, barriers to learning, childhood development, and the influence of society and social policy on education. Ideal for those fascinated by learning from a sociological viewpoint, this degree examines philosophical foundations of schooling, political policy implications, and education's role in a changing world, keeping career options broad.At Durham University—ranked 3rd in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026, 5th in the Guardian and Complete University Guides 2026, and Top 100 in QS World University Rankings 2026—experience innovative teaching, exceptional support, and research-informed multidisciplinary study. Graduates gain transferable skills for diverse careers in education, teaching, research, publishing, policy, voluntary/public sectors, or further study like a Master's or PGCE.