BASS Sociology and Data Analytics at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Explore human behaviour using modern data analysis methods. Study at a UK Top 5 university for Sociology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026). Learn theories about the workings and organisation of societies, and how to contrast these theories in real life, using data analytic and data science techniques.

What you will study

Year 1 gives you a broad introduction to the Social Sciences. Students in the Data Analytics pathway must take the core unit SOST10021 Measuring Inequalities. Year 1 compulsory units include Engaging With Social Research, Measuring Inequalities (Unequal Societies), Applied Statistics for Social Scientists.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester has an excellent reputation for employability, and we are one of the most targeted universities by the nation's top employers (The Graduate Market in 2021, High Fliers Research). Our graduates pursue a variety of careers including journalism and media, charities, consultancy, civil service, finance, marketing, social work, teaching, law and postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: ABB, including at least one of the following A-Level subjects (preference will be given to applicants studying two of these subjects):. International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall. 6,5,5 in Higher Level subjects. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no lower than 6 in any component. Interview: We do not interview.

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

International applicants: GBP 29,200 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 or 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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