Sociology

Goldsmiths, University of London
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sociology

A-Level Entry

BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

Why study BA Sociology at Goldsmiths

Our innovative BA Sociology programme will equip you with the practical tools to understand the world around you, and to think about how to change it for the better.

  • You’ll be joining one of the world’s leading sociology departments. We've been rated top 10 in the UK for Sociology in the QS World University Rankings 2023.

  • You’ll study contemporary local and global events to explore diverse issues, such as:

    How social inequalities operate and how they might be overcome How concepts of citizenship and human rights are contested How social and technological practices impact health How historical processes such as colonialism continue to shape today’s societies How the climate crisis requires us to develop new ways of thinking and acting.

  • Our staff are specialists and pioneers in their fields. They write the books that are on reading lists across the country, and you’ll be working with them directly.

  • We help you to discover the type of sociologist you want to be. You’ll ‘get messy’ with hands-on research methods modules in your first two years of study. In your final year, you’ll design and carry out your own research project based on your own interests. Recent projects ranged from Social Influencers as Digital Capitalists, to Conventional Beauty Standards and Black Women’s Hair Practices.

  • You'll also have the opportunity to do a work placement and to take a module in another department.

  • Diversified assessments will support you to consolidate your learning, and develop transferable skills. You’ll explore research design, data analysis, critical thinking, project management, working with others, and tackling inequalities knowledgeably and ethically, giving you an understanding of what it means to be a sociologist.

  • The skills and the knowledge you gain during your degree will enable you to pursue a diverse range of careers. You’ll have transferrable skills that could allow you to work in the public and voluntary sector, the culture and media industries, marketing and corporate communications, arts administration, social research, and teaching. You’ll also be well-equipped to undertake postgraduate study in sociology, media, cultural studies, human rights, and related fields.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    Scottish Higher BBBBC
    Scottish Advanced Higher BBC
    BTEC DDM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    Part-time

    Duration: 6 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    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
    2434 Business and related research professionals

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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
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sociology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000

    Offered by

    Goldsmiths, University of London

    Lewisham

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