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BA (Hons) Sociology

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Chichester

Program Overview

During your initial year, you will uncover the captivating insights offered by sociology, which shed light on numerous aspects of our social environment. This period will lay a solid groundwork upon which you will continue to build throughout your entire academic journey.

Moving on to the second year, you will have the chance to delve into specific areas of interest and begin specializing in subjects that intrigue you. This stage involves exploring contemporary perspectives on various subjects, including but not limited to sexuality, health and well-being, crime, and the media.

As you progress into your third year, your focus will be on completing a final dissertation project that serves as the culmination of your knowledge and experiences gathered during your degree program.

In addition to the dissertation, you will also examine the media's role in the increased prevalence of anxiety among younger generations. Furthermore, you will explore how the media reflects the world around us and gain an understanding of the sociological principles underlying aggression and violence.

Program Key Stats

£15,240 (Annual cost)
Sept Intake : 25th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

A recognised and relevant foundation/Access course (minimum pass mark for a UK-based foundation programme is usually 55%), Higher Secondary School Certificate with a minimum score of 60%, High School Diploma (to age 18) where it is deemed equivalent to A Levels (3 A Level passes at BBB/BCC), An International Baccalaureate (28 points), EDEXCEL BTEC National Diploma (MMM-DMM), IELTS 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5 (or equivalent).

Career Options

  • A Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Sociology equips you with the necessary skills for a wide range of career opportunities in fields such as welfare
  • education
  • social research
  • and government
  • Throughout the course
  • you will enhance your research skills
  • enabling you to pursue roles as a researcher in prominent companies or within the Civil Service
  • Many students also choose to pursue postgraduate studies and become independent researchers
  • Potential future career paths include: Social Policy: This includes opportunities in government departments
  • transnational organizations
  • charities
  • and non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
  • Social Research: You can explore roles within government departments
  • transnational organizations
  • charities
  • NGOs
  • consultancy firms
  • and universities
  • Business: Positions such as Advertising and Marketing Executive or Public Relations (PR) Officer
  • Education: Options include becoming a teacher at the secondary or college level
  • or a university lecturer
  • Community: Opportunities in community development as a Development Officer
  • Social Worker
  • Housing Manager
  • Immigration Support
  • or Probation Officer
  • Journalism: This includes traditional journalism as well as opportunities in new media

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