Sociology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sociology BSc (Hons)
Sociology at University of Plymouth ranks among the UKs best, with a hands-on, real-world approach to learning. Our passionate lecturers are dedicated to student success, making the course both innovative and deeply supportive.
Immersive real-world experience
Apply sociological theory to pressing contemporary issues through interactive teaching, national and international field trips and global exchange opportunities.
Career-boosting work experience
Benefit from a pioneering work-based learning programme and voluntary plac...
Sociology at University of Plymouth ranks among the UKs best, with a hands-on, real-world approach to learning. Our passionate lecturers are dedicated to student success, making the course both innovative and deeply supportive.<br/><br/><strong>Immersive real-world experience</strong> <br/>Apply sociological theory to pressing contemporary issues through interactive teaching, national and international field trips and global exchange opportunities.<br/><br/><strong>Career-boosting work experience</strong><br/>Benefit from a pioneering work-based learning programme and voluntary placements designed to enhance employability and build practical, transferable skills.<br/><br/><strong>Innovative teaching</strong><br/>Learn from research-active academics with cutting-edge expertise in health, well-being, social policy, politics and identity – supported by personal tutoring and innovative assessments.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- you are eager to explore how inequality, gender, ethnicity and power shape everyday life<br/><br/><br/>- you like to learn through insightful, hands-on experiences<br/><br/><br/>- you are driven to make a difference and want to develop the skills employers value<br/><br/><br/>- you are looking to pursue a meaningful and impactful career.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L300
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
Scottish Higher
Considered in combination with Advanced Highers. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma in any subject with at least 33 credits at Merit and/ or Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
To include a Grade 4 at any subject at Higher Level. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Any subject is considered.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 points Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
Any subject accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 UCAS Tariff points, including a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers. Maths and English accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Extended Project
Considered in combination.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
A level
104 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 2 A Levels.
T Level
M
Any subject is considered with a C or above in the Core
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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