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Sociology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Sociology Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Discover what makes society tick, what the glue that holds it together is and the threats that could rip it apart; sociology is rapidly becoming more relevant in our contemporary world.
Why study BA (Hons) Sociology at BU?
• It’s great for employability! 90% of our students are in work or further study within fifteen months after graduating
• You’ll have opportunities to study abroad with university funding and undertake work placements as part of your degree
• You’ll explore global perspe...
Discover what makes society tick, what the glue that holds it together is and the threats that could rip it apart; sociology is rapidly becoming more relevant in our contemporary world.
Why study BA (Hons) Sociology at BU?
• It’s great for employability! 90% of our students are in work or further study within fifteen months after graduating
• You’ll have opportunities to study abroad with university funding and undertake work placements as part of your degree
• You’ll explore global perspectives and get a broader outlook of societies across the world
• It will prepare you for a wide variety of graduate careers in the public, private and third sectors
• You’ll have opportunities to learn from cutting-edge researchers in Sociology, and opportunities to learn from anthropologists and criminologists if you want to broaden your knowledge of social science
• You’ll get to undertake a research project on a topic that interests you or aligns itself with your future career plans, with support from an expert in that area.
What can you achieve with a sociology degree?
Sociology has become incredibly relevant in our contemporary world and, as a result, the number and range of possible job opportunities has increased significantly. On the Sociology degree, you’ll develop skills suitable for a range of job opportunities. These include—but are not limited to—culture, media, teaching, research, human resources, charities, NGOs, and public or business services.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A11-I37
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
T Level
Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
UCAS Tariff
112.0
128.0
112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
Scottish Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades ABBC to AAAB) from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Access to HE Diploma
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112–128 UCAS tariff points (grades CCD to BCC) from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 tariff points (Grade D*D)
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
This course requires Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 tariff points).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
We accept this qualification as part of the overall UCAS tariff.
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, International, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, EU | £0 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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