BA Sociology at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Discover what shapes societies and drives change with our Sociology BA. Explore identity, inequality, and culture, gaining skills to challenge the status quo and make a real impact on the world.

Department: Social Policy, Sociology and Criminology | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Discovering Social Problems 20 Sociology of Everyday Life, The Sociological Imagination, Crime, Justice and Society, Introduction to Social Divisions, Modern Sociological Theory, Social Research II, Race and Racism 20 Gender and Sexuality.

Career pathways

A Sociology degree from Birmingham opens doors to diverse career paths in public policy, social research, education, and beyond. Employers value our graduates for their critical thinking, cultural awareness, and problem-solving skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A Level: ABB. IB: 6,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma are all considered. Number of A levels required: 3. General Studies: Not considered. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 26,220 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/e81b4006-6d5c-4d8d-8cd5-01957186163e

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