Studying sociology at university
Example course modules
- Observing society
- Urban sociology
- Understanding deviance and social problems
- Individual and society
- Applied ethics
- Media and crime
- Nature and society
- Sexuality and social control
- Contemporary work and organisational life
- Mobilisation, social movements and protest
Teaching hours / week
Average for this subject
Average for all subjects
Average hours for this subject: 10 (Low 7 - High 14). Average hours for all subjects: 14.
The time you'll spend in lectures and seminars each week will vary from university to university, so use this as a guide.
Who studies this subject
What students say about sociology
What you need to get on a course
Subjects you need
A-levels (or equivalent) usually required
- No Specific Requirements
Useful to have
- Psychology
- Sociology
- geography
- Media studies
Application checklist
Here's a guide to what to expect from the application process - also check individual university entry requirements, as these may differ.
- January application
- October application
- Personal statement
- Portfolio
- Interview
- Entry test
- Work experience
- Audition
Personal statement advice
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Personal statement tips and advice
Career prospects
Six months after graduating
- Other elementary services occupations
Longer term career paths
Jobs where this degree is useful
- Housing officer
- HR officer
- Welfare advisory offier
Other real-life job examples
- Social Researcher
- Financial analyst
- Police officer
What employers like about this subject
Subject-related skills you can get from a sociology degree include a knowledge of sociological theories and how they apply to people and organisations and their behaviour; the way sociology relates to social and civic policy and the methodology, interpretation and communication of social research. Transferable skills you can develop as a student studying sociology include communication, problem-solving, team-working and good time management. Sociology graduates are employed in many industries including social care, hospitals, schools, banking, recruitment, the police, the prison service and local and central government.
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