BSc Sociology at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Sociology is a well-established discipline, as relevant to the study of 21st-century societies as it is to the sweeping changes of the Industrial Revolution. Sociologists are concerned with society's structures, forms of action, and cultural practices and they are uniquely placed to understand the changes of social life. This course provides the academic and professional support you need to develop your own sociological imagination.

What you will study

The first year provides a solid grounding in sociology, introducing you to the key issues and questions that shape the discipline, and providing you with the skills you need to start exploring contemporary sociological topics. In the second year, as well as continuing to develop your foundational skills in mandatory units, you start exploring specific areas of the discipline by choosing units in specific areas of social life like culture, gender, and race. There is greater choice in the third year, when you can choose units related to the research expertise of the sociology staff at Bristol.

Career pathways

The critical thinking, research and data management skills you will acquire on our courses are invaluable in many areas of work. Our graduates go on to a wide range of careers, including roles in publishing, the media, journalism, teaching, marketing, public relations, research and the third sector.

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Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: ABB including an essay-based subject. Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History; Anthropology; Archaeology; Art and Design (all pathways); Business Studies; Chinese; Classical Civilisation; Classics; Drama; Economics; English Language; English Language and Literature; English Literature; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Film;. A-level contextual offer: BBC including an essay-based subject. Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History; Anthropology; Archaeology; Art and Design (all pathways); Business Studies; Chinese; Classical Civilisation; Classics; Drama; Economics; English Language; English Language and Literature; English Literature; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Film;. BTEC: DDM in any essay-based Applied General. IB Diploma: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in an essay-based subject. Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History; Anthropology; Archaeology; Art and Design (all pathways); Business Studies; Chinese; Classical Civilisation; Classics; Drama; Economics; English Language; English Language and Literature; English. Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AB including an essay-based subject, and Higher: AAABB. Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History; Anthropology; Archaeology; Art and Design (all pathways); Business Studies; Chinese; Classical Civilisation; Classics; Drama; Economics; English Language; English Language and Literature; English Literature; Environmental. GCSE: Standard numeracy requirement (4 or C in GCSE Mathematics or equivalent). English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code L300).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,500 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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