Sociology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sociology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Explore the social processes which shape modern societies through our BSc Sociology degree.
Sociology at the University of Reading explores contemporary societies and how they are changing. You'll investigate the social dynamics that influence and drive social order and transformation in today's world.
Engage with current issues
Throughout your degree, you'll engage with current issues, challenging both your own and others' ideas.
In your first year, you'll critically explore how sociological approaches can be used to explain contemporary societie...
Explore the social processes which shape modern societies through our BSc Sociology degree.
Sociology at the University of Reading explores contemporary societies and how they are changing. You'll investigate the social dynamics that influence and drive social order and transformation in today's world.
Engage with current issues
Throughout your degree, you'll engage with current issues, challenging both your own and others' ideas.
In your first year, you'll critically explore how sociological approaches can be used to explain contemporary societies, social order and change, focusing on social difference, stratification, and recent shifts in British society.
For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/sociology-ug/bsc-sociology
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A72-D58
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
T Level
Minimum grade C in the Core Component.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 18.0, offer-merit: 27.0
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths grade 4 (or C), GCSE English Language or English Literature grade 4 (or C).
Scottish Advanced Higher
Extended Project
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £26,850 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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