Sociology BA (Hons)

Course Overview - Sociology BA (Hons)

The BA Sociology degree examines the interconnections between individuals and wider society. You’ll explore changing social, cultural, economic and political processes such as the identities, inequalities and policies that shape our lives. 

Bridging big ideas and practical problems, you’ll consider how classical, contemporary and emerging styles of thought (or the ideas of key thinkers) can shed light on social issues such as crime, disability, family and gender issues, racism, and climate change. You’ll examine social inequalities, protest and struggles over power, and exp...

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Course Information

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Years

Start Date

24/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT

Application Details

Course Code

L300

Institution Code

L23

Points of Entry

Year 1, Year 2

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers or B in an Advanced Higher and AAABB in Highers or AABBBB in Highers.

Access to HE Diploma

D:30,M:15

Complete 60 credits with 45 credits at level 3, including 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or higher.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

34

6,5,5 higher

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H2,H2,H3,H3,H3,H3

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

D3,M2,M2

A level

A,B,B

Specific subject requirements

T Level

We will consider applicants with the following T-levels at grade CACHE A, as well as GCSE English and GCSE Maths at 4 or above: Education and Childcare Health

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