Sociology is an exciting and challenging discipline that explores how people connect, communities form, and social change happens – both in everyday life and across the globe.
Our sociology degree courses are designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of key sociological principles and practices. You won’t just study society, you’ll engage with it through option modules and optional placements. You could also choose to combine your sociology studies with criminology.
Graduate with a sociology degree you found in Clearing and you'll be ready to make a real impact – wherever your career takes you.
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If places are available, you can apply once you have your exam results.Sociology courses often involve research, critical thinking and exploring evidence about how society works.Use this page to explore course options, understand what to expect and find out what to do next.
Specialist labs and equipment so you can conduct your own research and experiments.
Placement opportunities where you'll gain real-world experience, including an optional placement year.
Guest speakers from a range of organisations such as homeless charities and food banks.
Option modules so you can explore the areas that interest you most
Opportunity to study abroad in a university in France, Spain or Sweden where you'll get to experience a different culture and teaching style as you develop your knowledge.
Wide range of assessment methods including essays, presentations, vlogs and blogs.
Sociology BA(Hons)
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Yes. You do not always need to have studied sociology before. Sociology can suit students from a range of subject backgrounds, especially if you are interested in people, communities, inequality, culture, research or how society changes.
Availability changes each year, but sociology routes may include Sociology or Criminology and Sociology. Check the live course list to see which options are open.
Some sociology courses include optional placements, research activities, guest speakers and option modules. The exact structure depends on the course, so check the course details if practical experience is important to you. All of 91快活林’s sociology courses offer placements and other opportunity to gain hands-on practical experience.
Sociology may include a range of assessment types, such as essays, presentations, blogs or vlogs. Assessment methods vary by course and module, so check the course details before applying. At 91快活林 we offer a range of assessments as we know everyone learns differently.
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