University of Kent

Sustainable Societies and Global Sociology - BSc (Hons)

University of KentCanterbury, United Kingdom

Course overview

Are you interested in global and local issues such as development, inequality and social justice? Do you want to make the world a better place? Our new BSc (Hons) Sustainable Societies and Global Sociology is an innovative, interdisciplinary degree that equips you with the ability to critically engage with some of the most urgent challenges of the 21st century.

Drawing together perspectives from sociology, politics, business, and ecology, the course examines how societies across the globe are responding to issues of development, sustainability, inequality and social justice. You’ll explore questions such as: How can societies pursue economic growth without deepening global inequalities? What are the social implications of different models of development?

How do businesses, governments, and communities shape - and contest - sustainable futures? What social impacts emerge from climate change, conservation, technological innovation and ecological transformation? Through a combination of theoretical study, case-based learning, and practical engagement, you'll develop the critical and applied research skills needed to understand and influence sustainable transitions at local, national, and global levels.

As a graduate, you’ll be well prepared for the massive growth of careers in international development, policy, economic and social governance, corporate social responsibility, sustainability consultancy, social impact assessment, NGOs, conservation, social research and beyond.

Key highlights

  • Interdisciplinary degree combining sociology, politics, business and ecology
  • Examines development, sustainability, inequality and social justice across global societies
  • Explores social impacts of climate change, conservation and technological innovation
  • Combines theoretical study, case-based learning and practical engagement
  • Builds critical and applied research skills for influencing sustainable transitions

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 104-120 — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BBB — Typical offer 104-120 UCAS points A level BBB Contextual offer: BCC Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • A-level: BCC — contextual offer
  • BTEC: DDM — BTEC DDM Contextual offer: DMM Contextual offers consider personal circumstances as well as academic grades.
  • BTEC: DMM — contextual offer
  • UCAS tariff points: 120 — IB 120 tariff points - typically H5, H6, H6 or equivalent View all requirements

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Careers this course leads to

  • International development officer
  • Policy officer
  • Corporate social responsibility manager
  • Sustainability consultant
  • Social impact assessment specialist
  • Social researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £19,300 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 Kent, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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