Overview

Sociology with Social Policy at Middlesex University draws on unique strengths, in particular the expertise, experience and networks of the , one of the most successful social policy research centres in the United Kingdom.

It combines academic rigour, research design and data analysis with a strong focus on real-world experience, with each year of the programme involving engagement in partner organisations and networks, with field trips and volunteering leading to a third-year work placement.

The programme has a strong international focus, including opportunities for international placements.

Course Highlights

Research internship opportunities within the Social Policy Research Centre
Access to NVivo and other specialist qualitative data analysis software packages
A creative engagement with the social, cultural and political forces shaping social policy
A commitment to linking theory and practice through field visits, volunteering and placements
Opportunities to develop key employability skills: an ability to analyse situations, develop options, set directions, engage people and deliver results.

Programme Structure

Year 1

Understanding Contemporary Society: Issues and Debates

Thinking Sociologically

Skills and Methods in Criminology and Sociology

Doing Things Together: Exploring Social Practices

Year 2

Contemporary Social Theory

Social Policy and Contemporary Issues

Approaches to Research in the Social Sciences

State, Society and Globalisation

Year 3

Dissertation

Demography and Ageing Society

Integrated Learning and Work Placement (optional)

Social Exclusion (optional)

Migration and Citizenship (optional)

Social Statistics and Data Analysis (optional)

Media (optional)

Communication and Society (optional)

Violence and Society (optional)

Social Movements (optional)

Conflict and Change (optional)

Diversity and Its Discontents (optional)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, 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

IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

We normally make offers on 260 UCAS tariff points. GCSE English and Maths with a minimum of Grade C is required. BTEC National Diploma/International Baccalaureate/Advanced Progression Diplomas are also accepted. We accept Access to HE Diploma. Applications from mature candidates without formal qualifications are welcome provided they can demonstrate appropriate levels of relevant ability and experience.

International entry requirements

We accept the equivalent of the above in a recognised overseas qualification. To find out more about the requirements from your country, see further information under . For details of other equivalent qualifications that Middlesex accepts see .

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

11500 GBP / year

≈ 11500 GBP / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

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EU/EEA Nationals

9250 GBP / year

≈ 9250 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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