BSc Sociology at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Deepen your understanding of the biggest social problems and ethical dilemmas facing us in today’s contemporary world. What drives social inequality? How do we tackle poverty and racial prejudice?

Department: Department of Sociology | Duration: Three years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: 27 September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On this programme, you’ll study 12 units over three years. The foundational first year introduces you to key concepts, theories and methods in sociology before progressing to more advanced discussions and study in your chosen areas. Compulsory and core courses include Key Concepts: Introduction to Social Theory, Power, Inequality, and Difference: Contemporary Themes in Sociology, Data in Society: Researching Social Life, Sociology in Practice: Academic Skills and Professional Pathways, The LSE Course, Key Concepts: Advanced Social Theory, Researching London: Advanced Social Research Methods, The Sociological Dissertation.

Career pathways

We train our undergraduates to the highest standards and the critical thinking skills they develop are valued by employers. Our students go into a wide variety of professions including teaching, research, politics, public administration, the media, social and health services, advertising, journalism, law, publishing, industry, accounting, marketing, personnel and management.

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Entry requirements

GCSE: For GCSEs, you’ll need a strong pre-16 academic profile such as several GCSE grades of A (or 7) and A* (or 8-9). We also ask for a good set of GCSE grades or equivalent across a broad range of subjects, with a minimum of grade B (or 6) in GCSE English and Mathematics. A-levels: AAB. A-level contextual offer: ABB. IB Diploma: 37 points overall, with 666 at higher level. IB contextual offer: 36 points overall, with 665 at higher level. Subjects: There is no set subject combination, although typical choices include Sociology, Psychology, History, Government and Politics, Religious Studies, and English. Sociology is not a required subject.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Set at the UK Government maximum; may rise in later years. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,300 a year (2027/28). Overseas fee stays the same for each year of full-time study. Source

Intake: 27 September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply

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