Our Sociology course allows you to develop your understanding of how humans shape and are shaped by the societies they live in. You will develop a critical understanding of contemporary sociological themes and issues whilst learning to apply sociological concepts on a global scale.

This Sociology course explores the latest Sociological questions and their methodological implications. We offer a degree that focuses on academic excellence, high standards of methodological training and empirical professional experience.

Optional Work Placement Year/ Opportunities Abroad

In your second year you have the opportunity to develop your employability skills through a work, volunteering or social action placement, where you conduct sociological research or reflection in the field. This allows you to put your methodological knowledge into practice, alongside building crucial skills to prepare you for the world of work.

In the past, our Sociology students have completed placements in a variety of settings, ranging from educational institutions, charities, community organisations and youth groups, to the NHS, MPs’ offices, local councils, and companies in PR and marketing, HR, retail, and so on.

We are a Changemaker campus, which means that there’s an emphasis on supporting you in achieving your career and study ambitions. As well as the placement opportunity in your second year, employability skills are built into the Sociology course throughout the three years, so that you are consistently building the skills that you will need to prepare for the world of work.

The University of Northampton Sociology students have ended up with careers in fields ranging from education, youth work, charities and community organisations, to PR and marketing, media and journalism, HR and management, as well as social work, politics, and social research.