Overview

The Sociology and Social Policy (Hons) BA degree from University of Stirling will let you understand the way society works and the processes and outcomes of social welfare. You’ll explore social differentiation and contemporary social issues, as well as looking at historical and theoretical perspectives on welfare. You’ll also be introduced to the development of social theory and get lots of practical experience in methods of social research and analysis.

Key facts

With our international and comparative approach, you’ll study topics that analyse society and welfare issues in a range of countries. We have particular expertise on Scotland, the UK, the European Union, Western and Central Europe, Australasia, North America and Latin America.
Sociology and Social Policy graduates work in the private, public and voluntary sectors. There are some careers where a Sociology or Social Policy degree is required, such as a sociological researcher or teacher of sociology. However, there are many other professions where the knowledge and understanding you’ll develop on this course is highly valued, including:

civil servant and government employment
working within the police or prison service
social work and housing officers
voluntary sector employment
human resources
intelligence analyst roles
Many students value their learning experience with us and go on to take a masters or PhD at postgraduate level, with a view to becoming a researcher or academic.

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Programme Structure

Courses include

Social Problems
Social Differentiation
Understanding Social Policy
The Development of Social Theory
Research Process
Sociology of Sport, Mindsport and Leisure

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

360 or 480

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stirling, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Public Policy Social Policy View 546 other Bachelors in Sociology in United Kingdom

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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60

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

SQA Highers

ABBB - by the end of S5
AABB - by the end of S6

GCE A-levels

BBB

IB Diploma

30 points

BTEC (Level 3)

DDM

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Widening access students may be eligible for an adjusted offer of entry.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

19500 GBP / year

≈ 19500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

Students from England, Wales and Northern Ireland: £9,535

Living costs

Stirling

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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