BSc (Hons) Sociology
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Do you find yourself questioning and challenging conventional assumptions about the world we live in? In this course you'll learn to understand and tackle difficult questions, such as issues of poverty, immigration, privacy and social unrest, as well as providing insights into our cultural and everyday lives.
Key highlights
- Tackles difficult social questions including poverty, immigration, privacy and social unrest
- Provides sociological insights into cultural and everyday life
- Develops critical thinking that challenges conventional, taken-for-granted assumptions
Entry requirements
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics, English
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — UCAS Tariff points 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points A level 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points BTEC Diploma 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points T-Level Merit Foundation Degree Applicants will be considered for entry into year 1.
- T-level: Merit — UCAS Tariff points 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points A level 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points BTEC Diploma 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points T-Level Merit Foundation Degree Applicants will be considered for entry into year 1.
- International Baccalaureate: 30-31 — Scottish Highers 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points Irish Leaving Certificate 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points International Baccalaureate 30-31 points.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Social researcher
- Policy officer
- Community development worker
- Charity project officer
- Housing officer
- Youth worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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