BA (Hons) Sociology with a Year Abroad

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BA (Hons) Sociology

Key Details

Attendance: Full Time
Award: Degree of Bachelor of Arts
UCAS Course Code: L30A
Entry Requirements: ABB
Course Length: 4 years
Course Start Date: September 2023

Other Start Dates

Important Information

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Course Overview

You are interested in how society works. You want to know more about how people fashion their identities, how relationship dynamics work in families, how communities change and how power operates within institutions.

You want to understand the world but also to change it for the better. You are looking for a degree that satisfies your head – your desire for a good and rewarding future career, as well as your heart – your commitment to social justice and equality.

About

On this course, you’ll develop your understanding of sociology, explore areas you’re already interested in and discover new passions.

The course links modules across the university, designed around four key pathways, emphasising specific contemporary social issues which connect to employment opportunities. You can explore:

The sociology of inequality, social justice and social change
Criminology
The sociology of children and families
Political and digital sociology

You can focus on specific modules to build your depth of expertise in a pathway; or select modules which interconnect in ways which build up a personalised pathway around your interests.

This course brings together sociology and social policy experts across many schools in both the humanities and social sciences. Our academics have a national and international reputation for research, policy and practice. They share a common vision of the sociological imagination for understanding and transforming lives.

Placement Year and Study Abroad

You’ll spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner universities before returning to UEA for your final year.

For further details, visit our Study Abroad section of our website.

Entry Requirements

A Levels

ABB If you are taking an EPQ and three A-levels, we may offer you a one grade reduction on our advertised typical offer, if you achieve an A in the EPQ.

T Levels

Obtain an overall Pass including a B in the core of the T Level and a Merit in the Occupational Specialism. Acceptable subjects are: Education and Childcare, Health

BTEC

DDM

Scottish Highers

AAABB

Scottish Advanced Highers

BCC

Irish Leaving Certificate

3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3

Access to HE Diploma

Pass the Access to HE Diploma with Distinction in 30 credits at Level 3 and Merit in 15 credits at Level 3

International Baccalaureate

GCSE

You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.

English Foreign Language

Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading): 

IELTS: 6.0  overall (minimum 5.5  in all components) for year 1 entry.

We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

 If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study: 

Interviews

Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Track. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time. 

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.  We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application. 

Intakes

This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year. 

Additional Information or Requirements

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.

We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications. If you have a qualification which is not listed here, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.

Important note

Once enrolled onto your course at UEA, your progression and continuation (which may include your eligibility for study abroad, overseas experience, placement or year in industry opportunities) is contingent on meeting the assessment requirements which are relevant to the course on which you are enrolled.

International Requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.

INTO University of East Anglia

If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:

International Foundation in Business, Economics, Society and Culture

International Foundation in Humanities and Law

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

View our information for Tuition Fees.

Scholarships and Bursaries

We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.

Course Related Costs

View our information about Additional Course Fees.

How to Apply

Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub. 

UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.

Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started. 

Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.

The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.

View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information:

How to apply through UCAS

Employability

After the Course

Graduates from the Sociology programme will be critical thinkers, able to conduct social research, communicate complex ideas and reflect personally on existing and emerging career opportunities. The programme’s pathways have been designed to link to employment options; and the theoretical and research components of your degree will also provide you with a strong foundation for postgraduate study.

Careers

A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.

Examples of careers you could enter include:

Charity Managers
Police roles
Professionals in education, caring and social service roles
Policy Analysts and Researchers
Media, Marketing, Communications and Campaign Specialists