BA (Hons) Sociology at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

Sociology at Lincoln helps you make sense of how society works - from inequality and identity to crime, culture, politics, and everyday life. You'll explore the forces that shape people's behaviour and the world around us, while building the skills to turn that understanding into real-world impact.

Faculty: Sociology | Duration: 3-4 Years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Rather than just studying abstract ideas, you’ll learn how to apply sociology to real-life situations. Core modules include 'Tank Town:' A Case study Introduction to Research Methods, Inequality and Society, Introduction to Social Policy, Skills for Social and Political Sciences, Sociological Imagination, Sociology in Action.

Career pathways

A Sociology degree from Lincoln prepares you for a wide range of careers where understanding people and society matters.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits. International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall. GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3-4 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/undergraduatestudy/howtoapply/

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