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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Sociology

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Sociology course at University of East Anglia.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,B,B

Contextual offer: BBC

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
International£23,100 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: L302

Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Sociology course.

Overview

Unlock the transformative potential of Sociology – on a Sociology course designed by you. Do you want to understand how society works – why inequality persists, how identities are formed, and the way power operates? Sociology is for you if you’re fascinated by the way society functions and are driven by a desire to contribute to a changing world.

The BA Sociology course at UEA puts you in charge of designing the course you want to study. Our teaching emphasises creative, critical and applied learning so you can learn in ways that suit you, whilst developing a wide range of skills and interests. The course is designed around four pathways:

  • Criminology

  • The Sociology of Children and Families

  • The Sociology of Social Change

  • Digital Sociology

You’re free to change your focus if your interests change.

We have a diverse community of experts in Sociology including social and political theorists, to specialists in social policy, social work, education, the environment and global development. Our staff-student community is really important – the staff get to know you, and you get to know us. Our students have even worked with staff on research activities in the school – and we’re always looking for opportunities for students to work collaboratively with us.

Sociology graduates will be critical thinkers, able to conduct social research, communicate complex ideas and reflect on existing and emerging career opportunities. The programme’s pathways are designed to link to employment options, as well as provide a strong foundation for postgraduate study.

Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Source: University of East Anglia

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

Department

School of Social Work

Location

Main Site | Norwich

Duration

3 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Sociology

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of East Anglia reviews

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Based on 113 reviews from University of East Anglia's students and alumni
5 star
39%
4 star
43%
3 star
13%
2 star
5%
1 star
1%
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Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...

(3)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

I havenu2019t had any issues but theyu2019re supportive and available when u need them

(4)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

My course is pretty relaxing at the moment as it contains a foundation year. Itu2019s pretty easy as it sets you into the basics of computer science. The lectures are easy to understand and follow the workload is manageable and you get support where itu2019s needed

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

My university was very welcoming and my lecturers were very supportive. I am part of 3 societies. Islamic, badminton and Malayali Society. Iu2019ve really enjoyed going to university in Norwich and getting used to living here has been a challenge but interesting.

(5)

1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of East Anglia students who took the Sociology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Sociology

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

81%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

93%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

89%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

85%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

95%

high

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

94%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

88%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

96%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

83%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

87%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

93%

high

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

79%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

63%

low

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

89%

high

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

93%

high

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

92%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

93%

high

How well organised is your course?

98%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

90%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

96%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

82%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

80%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

88%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

92%

high

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

83%

high

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

94%

high

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

84%

med

Student information

See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking Sociology or another course from the same subject area.

Sociology
Mode of study
Full-time99%Part-time1%
Gender ratio
Female81%Male16%Other2%
Where students come from
International5%UK95%
Student performance
2:1 or above81%
Number of students135
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
SociologyB
BiologyC
PsychologyB
English LiteratureB
Religious StudiesB
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of East Anglia graduates who took Sociology - or another course in the same subject area.

Sociology, social policy and anthropology

Graduate statistics

70%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

85%

In work, study or other activity

80%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

20%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Administrative occupations

10%

Elementary occupations

10%

Media Professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took Sociology - or another course in the same subject area.

Sociology, social policy and anthropology

Earnings

£22.3k

First year after graduation

£25.9k

Third year after graduation

£28.5k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Sociology.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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