
Applied Sociology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Applied Sociology BA (Hons)
The Applied Sociology degree at Robert Gordon University will provide you with the skills to help yourself and others in life and in work.
Sociology explains why so much happens; from understanding criminal behaviour to how and why we consume the media we do. It includes issues of inequalities, injustices and how we can make sense of the society in which we live.
In your first two years you will study a range of social science modules. This introduction will be invaluable for exploring the real-world applications of sociology before you specialise in sociology alon...
The Applied Sociology degree at Robert Gordon University will provide you with the skills to help yourself and others in life and in work.<br/><br/>Sociology explains why so much happens; from understanding criminal behaviour to how and why we consume the media we do. It includes issues of inequalities, injustices and how we can make sense of the society in which we live.<br/><br/>In your first two years you will study a range of social science modules. This introduction will be invaluable for exploring the real-world applications of sociology before you specialise in sociology alone. You will develop a series of transferable skills that you can apply in any working environment and in life generally.<br/><br/>Please note that advanced entry is not available for this course at present.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site - Aberdeen
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L312
Institution Code
R36
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,C
To include a written subject requiring the use of English.
Access to HE Diploma
M:45,P:15
Pass 60 credits to include at least 45 credits at Level 3 grade merit from a relevant diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27
To include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
in a relevant subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H3,H3,H3
To include a written subject requiring the use of English.
Scottish HNC
Pass
Relevant HNC for entry to year 2
Scottish HND
Pass
Relevant HND with B in the graded unit for entry to year 3
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers
A level
B,C,C
To include a written subject requiring the use of English.
T Level
Pass (C and above)
Accepted in combination with A Level English/written subject at grade C.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £6,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,980 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |