MSc Social and Cultural Theory at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Culture is at the heart of social life, and so understanding it is key to understanding society. Gain the tools you need to understand culture in a rigorous, social scientific way. Explore a range of debates within the so-called 'cultural turn' in sociological studies, including theoretical and substantive elements.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences | Department: School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies | Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time. Part-time study requires daytime weekday attendance | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will take a combination of mandatory and optional taught units within the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies. Each unit is assessed by an essay (or equivalent form of written submission). The taught section of the programme is followed in the summer term by a dissertation.

Career pathways

Bristol graduates are in high demand and have an excellent record of employment following graduation. Students of our MSc programmes go on to pursue varied and interesting careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need a strong second-class honours degree (55% or higher) or an international equivalent in any discipline. If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. English language: profile level E.

Domestic applicants: GBP 15,200 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 31,600 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time, Two years part-time. Part-time study requires daytime weekday attendance

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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