Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sociology

at University of the West of England - Bristol - Frenchay Campus United Kingdom

Overview

Get to the heart of the issues facing society today by taking placements or internships, working with leading experts and developing your own insights into how to make a difference.

Why study sociology?

  • In a rapidly changing social landscape, studying society and people's relationship with it is increasingly important.
  • By exploring the nature, causes and effects of people's beliefs and behaviour, we can better understand social order and social change.
  • Sociologists are particularly good at evaluating, reasoning and communicating. They assess and map the context of social issues and problems skills that employers will value whatever career you choose.

Why UWE Bristol?

  • BA(Hons) Sociology focuses on how we can make a difference to 'self and society' using sociological theories and approaches.
  • Through a broad range of modules, and with the support of our staff who are leaders in their field, you'll engage with real issues, and develop fresh insights and solutions to help improve people's lives.
  • Learn to evaluate evidence, approach problems from multiple perspectives, and build your expertise in research, analysis and communication.
  • Carry out your own research projects to develop, test and apply new solutions to contemporary problems. Student projects have focused on the refugee/economic migrant crisis, representations of gender or religion in the media, homelessness, the gender pay gap, the policing of public order and demonstrations, the impact of new technology on cultural industries, and how social class affects attitudes to education. These illustrate just a small number of the types of projects students undertake.
  • Gain industry insights from guest speakers, and take part in work-based learning through our links with organisations such as the Bristol Youth Offending Team, Bristol Youth Education Service and the police.
  • Activities such as volunteering, placements and internships will build valuable vocational experience, and deepen your skills and knowledge further, to make you highly sought after when you graduate.
  • Recent graduate Sophia Hanke was inspired by her course to make a short three-minute film titled 'Welcome to Sociology at UWE Bristol', which features students and lecturers talking about their course.

Where can it take me?

  • The broad skills and industry-focused experience you'll gain will make you attractive to a wide range of employers.
  • You could pursue a career in research, education, social work, charity work, counselling, politics, journalism or writing, or work in the justice, legal or media sectors.
  • You could also go on to do a postgraduate course or research degree.
  • Graduating in Sociology from UWE Bristol will open up a variety of interesting and rewarding future possibilities for you. In this short film, some of our recent Sociology graduates discuss how their course has helped them to develop their graduate careers.
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University of the West of England - Bristol - Frenchay Campus

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sociology Assistant Fee

$14250

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sociology Admissions Requirements

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

 

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