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BA (Hons) Applied Sociology at Robert Gordon University

Robert Gordon University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The Applied Sociology degree at Robert Gordon University will provide you with the skills to help yourself and others in life and in work. Sociology explains why so much happens; from understanding criminal behaviour to how and why we consume the media we do. It includes issues of inequalities, injustices and how we can make sense of the society in which we live.

Faculty: School of Law and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Completed via BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences The first year of this course is an opportunity to explore introductory social science theories and applications including elements of psychology, sociology, research methods and politics. You additionally develop generic academic skills such as writing reports, presenting and study skills. Completed via BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences You build upon the skills developed in year one, by exploring the topics in greater depth and introducing specialist modules.

Career pathways

Sociology develops your analytical, organisational, presentational, problem solving, leadership and creative skills. The skills that the workplace of the near future will require.

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Entry requirements

Year 1 entry QS/SQA Higher: BBBC to include a written subject requiring the use of English. GCE A Level Year 1 entry: BCC to include a written subject requiring the use of English. Irish Leaving Certificate Higher: H2H3H3H3 to include a written subject requiring the use of English. IB Diploma Year 1 entry: 27 to include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English. Year 2 entry QS/SQA Advanced Higher: BC at Advanced Higher plus CC at Higher (4 subjects) to include a written subject requiring the use of English GCE A Level: BBB to include a written subject requiring the use of English. Minimum Entry Requirements The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: QS/SQA Higher: BBC/BCCC to include a written subject requiring the use of English Alternative Qualifications We welcome applications from those with equivalent qualifications to those stated, including SVQs/NVQs, access programmes, Foundation Apprenticeships and overseas qualifications. Applications from students with non-standard qualifications or work experience will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants from Partner Colleges A relevant HNC or HND from one of our partner colleges will be considered for entry into Year 2 or 3 subject to meeting requirements. Advanced Entry All other applicants who are interested in applying for advanced entry will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants whose first language is not English should have an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5. UCAS code: L312.

Domestic applicants: GBP 1,820 a year (2026/2027). Scottish students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

International applicants: GBP 17,570 a year (2026/2027). International students, full time on campus, over 4 years (same fee each year) Source

Intake: September

Duration: 4 years full-time

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