BA (Hons) Sociology at Leeds Beckett University

Question the world around you and challenge assumptions. On this sociology degree, you’ll explore social issues, understand society, and create positive change. Why do inequalities persist?

Faculty: School of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: 20 Sep 2027  |  Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Doing Sociology in Leeds, Sociology, Capitalism & Modernity, Culture, Media & Society, Researching Society, Global Capitalism, Introduction to Social Policy. Year 2 core modules: Modern Social Theory, Inequalities of Class & Culture, The Sociology of Gender & Feminist Perspectives, Exploring Social Research. Year 2 options include Critical & Public Sociology, Protest & Social Movements, Digital Societies, Sexuality, Family & Feminist Theory, Professional Project Workshop. Year 3 core modules: Sociology Dissertation, Contemporary Society & Social Futures, Poverty, Inequality & the Welfare State. Year 3 options include Critical & Philosophical Issues in Social Science, Technologies, Health & Bodies, 'Career Cartographies': Work-Integrated Learning in the Humanities, Identity & Power, Men & Masculinities, The Sociology of Work & Organisations.

Career pathways

This course helps you develop the research, analytical, and communication skills needed to investigate complex social issues, understand diverse perspectives, and contribute to meaningful change. Whether you choose to work directly with individuals and communities or influence decision-making at organisational and policy levels, you’ll be equipped to make a positive impact. Roles include Social researcher, Social worker, Community development worker, Teacher / Lecturer, Policy officer, Public sector officer, Charity and voluntary sector professional.

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