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**Why study BA (Hons) Sociology at BU?**
- This robustly academic social science course integrates global perspectives, providing a broader outlook and understanding of issues in society
- Develop a versatile skillset - this degree will prepare you for a wide variety of careers thanks to the analytical and communication skills you’ll acquire throughout your ...
**Discover what makes society tick, what the glue that holds it together is and the threats that could rip it apart; sociology is rapidly becoming more relevant in our contemporary world.**<br/><br/>**Why study BA (Hons) Sociology at BU?**<br/><br/><br/>- This robustly academic social science course integrates global perspectives, providing a broader outlook and understanding of issues in society <br/><br/><br/>- Develop a versatile skillset - this degree will prepare you for a wide variety of careers thanks to the analytical and communication skills you’ll acquire throughout your course<br/><br/><br/>- Choose from either a 30-week ‘sandwich’ placement, or a shorter four-week placement – which could give you a professional skillset and crucial contacts as well as potentially making you more employable<br/><br/><br/>- Develop your own piece of research based on a topic that interests you, or aligns itself with your future career or study plans, in your final year dissertation <br/><br/><br/>- Learn from expert social scientists in fields including society and social formation, social anthropology, criminology, cultural diversity and social welfare. <br/><br/><br/>- Were proud that 100% of students were in work or further study fifteen months after graduating. <br/><br/><br/>Sociology is rapidly becoming more relevant in our contemporary world and as a result, the number and range of possible job opportunities have escalated. Develop skills suitable for a range of job opportunities in culture, media, teaching, research, human resources, and public and business services.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
18J3
Institution Code
B50
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
104
120
104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM.
104 - 120 tariff points from Scottish Highers
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
28 - 31 points
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
104 tariff points (Grade D*D)
112 tariff points (Grade DMM)
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
Accepted as part of the overall tariff.
We accept this qualification as part of the overall UCAS tariff.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-Level or equivalent.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £18,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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