This exciting Sociology degree examines specialist areas of contemporary sociology and allows you to explore society, culture and everyday lived experiences. Throughout the course you'll hear from external speakers, and may have the opportunity to study abroad and undertake a self-directed work placement.

If you have a keen interest in society, culture and making sense of the social world in which we live, then our Sociology course is ideal for you.

Why choose this course?

• From your first year this course will help you to develop skills for employability. You'll get the chance to complete project work for a local, national or international organisation and gain valuable experience by undertaking a work placement.
• You'll benefit from the skills and expertise of our academic staff who use their leading research on identities, social inclusion, and cultural diversity to inform their teaching.
• This course achieved 98% overall student satisfaction. (National Student Survey 2020)
• Our Sociology graduates get jobs – 100% of our BA (Hons) Sociology students are in employment or further study within six months of finishing their degree (DLHE 2016/17).

The job titles below give an indication of the careers our recent Sociology graduates are following:*

• Youth and Community Support Worker
• English Teacher
• Refuge Worker
• Peer Mentor
• Project Worker
• Events and Resources Officer
• PR Coordinator
• Sales Executive