Overview

By studying Sociology (Hons) this degree at University of York you will examine how our social environment alters our actions. Explore the values, ideas and beliefs that shape our lives.

Careers and skills

We’ll help you focus your career goals, gain valuable experience, and meet the right employers. You’ll also have the opportunity to undergo internships, take part in volunteering, and even pursue a year away from York, either as a placement year or studying abroad.

Career opportunities

Criminal justice, policing and law

Social research

Education

Media and creative industries

Health and cultural services

Charity sector

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cultivating a Sociological Imagination

Becoming a Social Researcher

Explaining Crime and Deviance

Investigating Social Problems

Theorising the Social World

Understanding Self in Society

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

87

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

York, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology 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

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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87

OR

4.5

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PTE Academic

61

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A levels

ABB

Access to Higher Education Diploma

30 credits at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher

BTEC National Extended Diploma

DDM

European Baccalaureate

An overall average of 75%

International Baccalaureate

34 points overall

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26900 GBP / year

≈ 26900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

York

United Kingdom

646 - 1124 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Careers and skills

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Language

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Credits

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Disciplines

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