Sociology

Leeds Beckett University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sociology

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Study sociology and look at the world in a new way. You'll develop the skills to examine ideas we take for granted about how society is organised.

Prepare for a rewarding career Develop your critical, analytical and interpretive skills. You’ll use your knowledge to forge a deeper understanding of the world around you. Your skillset will prime you for a wide range of careers including social work, community development and public health.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Examine social theory, class, gender, culture, the media, globalisation, and urban sociology

  • Be encouraged to think differently and challenge commonsense understanding, be critical and reflective, and understand society in a variety of new ways

  • Build your understanding of social responsibility, not only in your professional life, but also as a citizen

  • Learn about tensions and changes in society and come to recognise how and why they develop

  • Complete a range of innovative and creative assessments and research-based assignments

  • Understand the ways in which social structure has shaped your own sense of self, and gain insight into possibilities for social change

  • Pick from a variety of modules to shape your course to your career interests

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    Building your future potential As a student in the School of Humanities & Social Sciences, you’ll be encouraged to think about your future career right from the start of your learning journey. Information and advice about relevant future career options will be built into the first year of your degree. During your second and third years of study, you’ll be able to choose modules with live brief learning challenges (real life projects designed by employers) and work placement opportunities.

    Your future This course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to successfully apply for a variety of roles. With support throughout the course from your tutors, you’ll develop a broad range of employability skills. These could include:

  • Action planning

  • Completing applications

  • Teamwork

  • Time management

  • Written and oral communication

    Your Work-Based Learning module will help you identify key skills to develop, make career plans and forge industry connections. Your learning will be assessed through a portfolio which mirrors aspects of the graduate recruitment process. Additionally, you’ll explore job sectors and how to use your skills in the world of work.

    Boost your CV You’ll have access to a variety of experiences such as digital micro-internships, mock interviews and workplace research projects that will help to prepare you for the workplace. Furthermore, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own journey through volunteering, training and careers fairs.

    Our graduates have established rewarding careers in a variety of fields, including:

  • Marketing

  • Advertising

  • Social work

  • Teaching

  • Charity, voluntary and community groups

    Why study Sociology at Leeds Beckett University...

  • Study abroad option – you could choose to spend a year living and studying abroad to broaden your experience

  • Research-led teaching that will drive your learning

  • 90% of BA (Hons) Sociology graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*

    Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22*

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Leeds

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2319 Teaching professionals
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    4112 Local government administrative occupations
    3415 Musicians

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Leeds
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology

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    Leeds Beckett University

    Leeds

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