Sociology, BA (Hons)

Ranked 1st in the UK for Sociology research impact (REF 2021, Times Higher Education), 8th for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024), and 9th for Social Sciences (Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2024).Studying Sociology at Sussex equips you to critically analyse social worlds, with a focus on power, justice, and equality. Experts teach on social justice, gender inequalities, identity, health, and migration, while building your research skills for studies and careers. In your final year, you undertake an independent project supervised by active researchers. Our supportive community includes dedicated academics and a vibrant student-led Sociology society hosting discussions and debates. Sussex stimulates through innovative courses, research, and campus life, fostering global contributions. Located on a green campus edging the South Downs National Park, minutes from Brighton & Hove, near Gatwick, and an hour from London.