Sociology
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Sociology
Course overview
How does society work? What makes one society different from another? Our Sociology degree will push you to look beyond the everyday to understand contemporary society and how it shapes our lives.
Why study with us
• Reflect on and discuss social issues from a local, national and international perspective.
• You’ll get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe. And as far afield as Australia, Brazil, Canada and China.
• Our grad...
Course overview
How does society work? What makes one society different from another? Our Sociology degree will push you to look beyond the everyday to understand contemporary society and how it shapes our lives.
Why study with us
• Reflect on and discuss social issues from a local, national and international perspective.
• You’ll get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe. And as far afield as Australia, Brazil, Canada and China.
• Our graduates progress into careers in counselling, community development, government, international development, and social work.
What you'll do
• On our varied sociology degree you’ll study a diverse mix of topics. From analysing ‘slasher’ films to considering the meaning of music to young people. As well as studying Marx, Weber and Durkheim.
• We’ll introduce you to a wide range of topical social issues. You'll explore social injustice, cultural identity, and resistance and rebellion.
• You’ll engage in live research projects, field trips, student-led conferences and other course events.
Accreditations
• The Institute is at the leading edge of management thinking and are a globally recognised professional membership body for leaders and managers. Their research into new ideas, techniques and methods ensures that ILM courses are constantly improving, helping to develop students' leadership and management skills.
Future careers
What can you do with a sociology degree? This course equips you with a huge range of skills that are valued by employers. Careers with a sociology degree include areas such as: education, criminal justice, welfare services, and government.
Why Choose University of Lancashire During Clearing?
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Receive priority updates and tailored support that will help you navigate the process with confidence. By registering early, you’ll gain a clear advantage - staying informed, prepared, and ahead of the rush. Take control now and put yourself in the strongest position to secure the course and future you want, Plus, register before the 11 August and you’ll automatically be entered into their Free Prize Draw to be in with the chance of winning £5,000* towards your first year’s accommodation plus additional benefits.
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Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2026-09-21
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L300
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
72
Access to HE Diploma
72 UCAS points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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