Overview

Throughout the Sociology (Hons) course from University of Gloucestershire you’ll examine inequality, social injustice, terrorism, migration, democracy, and citizenship and media representation. Our Sociology for Social Justice learning approach means that you will work alongside real-world organisations tackling issues such as community cohesion and social exclusion.

You’ll contribute to live research projects and have the opportunity to explore international sociological issues in destinations such as Bosnia and South Africa. You can also gain academic credit and professional experience through an internship in preparation for your career. When you graduate you’ll be well-prepared to make a difference to people’s lives.

Career opportunities:

UoG Sociology graduates embark on diverse and impactful career journeys, contributing meaningfully to society. From influencing local and national government policies to conducting cutting-edge social research, our alumni make their mark in community development, youth work, and social housing.

Some choose to inspire future generations as educators, while others lend their voices to journalism or make a difference in the lives of individuals through social work. Beyond the expected paths, our versatile programme opens doors to opportunities in human resources, marketing, and PR, showcasing the adaptability of a sociology degree in today’s dynamic professional landscape.

Join us and pave the way for a career that resonates with your passion for understanding and shaping the social fabric.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Social Identities

Sociological Issues

Global Challenges

International Field Studies

Youth Justice Theory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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80

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64

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6

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General requirements

104 – 120 UCAS tariff points, BCC – BBB at A levels, MMM – DDM at BTEC, or a Merit in your T-Level.

English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.

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Tuition Fees

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17950 GBP / year

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9535 GBP / year

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Additional Details

The fee for this course and study option will vary depending on which modules are taken during each year of study. Modular Fees per 15 credits.

Living costs

Cheltenham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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