
Sociology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Sociology BA (Hons)
Overview
Unlock the transformative potential of Sociology – on a Sociology course designed by you. Do you want to understand how society works – why inequality persists, how identities are formed, and the way power operates? Sociology is for you if you’re fascinated by the way society functions and are driven by a desire to contribute to a changing world.
The BA Sociology course at UEA puts you in charge of designing the course you want to study. Our teaching emphasises creative, critical and applied learning so you can learn in ways that suit y...
<strong>Overview</strong><br/><br/>Unlock the transformative potential of Sociology – on a Sociology course designed by you. Do you want to understand how society works – why inequality persists, how identities are formed, and the way power operates? Sociology is for you if you’re fascinated by the way society functions and are driven by a desire to contribute to a changing world. <br/><br/>The BA Sociology course at UEA puts you in charge of designing the course you want to study. Our teaching emphasises creative, critical and applied learning so you can learn in ways that suit you, whilst developing a wide range of skills and interests. The course is designed around four pathways: <br/><br/><br/>• Criminology <br/><br/><br/><br/>• The Sociology of Children and Families <br/><br/><br/><br/>• The Sociology of Social Change <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Digital Sociology <br/><br/><br/><br/>You’re free to change your focus if your interests change. <br/><br/>We have a diverse community of experts in Sociology including social and political theorists, to specialists in social policy, social work, education, the environment and global development. Our staff-student community is really important – the staff get to know you, and you get to know us. Our students have even worked with staff on research activities in the school – and we’re always looking for opportunities for students to work collaboratively with us. <br/><br/>Sociology graduates will be critical thinkers, able to conduct social research, communicate complex ideas and reflect on existing and emerging career opportunities. The programme’s pathways are designed to link to employment options, as well as provide a strong foundation for postgraduate study.<br/><br/><strong>Disclaimer</strong><br/>Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the providers website: <strong>www.uea.ac.uk</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L302
Institution Code
E14
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,A,B,B
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15,P:0
Contextual Offer: Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Merit in 30 credits at Level 3 and pass in 15 credits at Level 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Contextual offer: DMM Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services and BTEC Business Administration.
Scottish Advanced Higher
B,C,C
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.
A level
A,B,B
Contextual offer: BBC
T Level
M
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £23,100 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |