Sociology
Solent UniversitySouthampton City Centre, United Kingdom
Course overview
An exciting subject, sociology challenges the world in which we live, including politics, media and social inequality. Get practical experience to work in public and private sectors.
Key highlights
- Explores politics, media and social inequality through a sociological lens
- Practical experience preparing you for public and private sector work
- Includes a foundation year to build core study skills
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 48 — 48 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP, a T-Level Pass (D or E), or equivalent.
- BTEC: PPP — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: MP — BTEC Diploma
- T-level: Pass — 48 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP, a T-Level Pass (D or E), or equivalent.
Careers this course leads to
- Social researcher
- Policy officer
- Community development worker
- Youth worker
- Charity officer
- Housing officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,760 per year for foundation level (subject to UK Government changes). Fees will increase for year 1. | International: £16,178 for foundation level. Fees will increase from year 1 onwards.
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 Solent University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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