BA Sociology at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

The scientific study of the social world, teaching students to analyse current social problems and explore methods for social change. Topics range from the psychology of crime and deviance to migration, race and religion.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences | Department: School of Sociological Studies, Politics and International Relations | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Doing Social Research and sociological theory, alongside work on social inequalities and divisions, with optional modules across sociology, social policy, criminology and digital society topics.

Career pathways

Graduates work in broadcasting, the police service, teaching, social work, local government, the civil service, charities, campaigning and market research; many continue to masters study in sociology, social policy or human resources.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer (standard): A levels ABB. A levels plus a fourth Level 3 qualification: BBB plus B in the EPQ. International Baccalaureate: 33 (32 with B in the extended essay). BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD. BTEC Diploma: DD plus B at A level. Scottish Highers: AAABB. Welsh Baccalaureate plus 2 A levels: B plus AB. Access to HE Diploma: a relevant subject, 45 Level 3 credits including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit. Contextual (Access Sheffield) offers are available for eligible applicants at a reduced grade. English language for international applicants: GCSE English Language grade 4/C; IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee for new home students; reduced for year abroad/placement years. Source

International applicants: GBP 27,650 a year (2027/28). Standard annual undergraduate tuition fee; the fee shown is for year one and may be reduced for a year abroad or year in industry. Excludes additional costs. Overseas fee-paying students; fixed fee guarantee for the duration of study. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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