Sociology

The University of Edinburgh
Undergraduate MA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Sociology

A-Level Entry

A*AA

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

About this course

Sociology examines how individual choices are affected by wider social forces, and how they can be understood by placing them in their social context.

You will study:

* the relationship between individuals and groups

* issues of belonging and identity

* the social causes of cooperation and conflict

* the way societies and social institutions are formed and how they change over time

You will also learn to compare different national contexts, and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective.

Staff at the University of Edinburgh carry out research on a variety of topics and offer teaching related to their research. If you choose to study with us you will be exposed to a range of topics, ideas and approaches to sociology.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades A*AA
Scottish Higher AAAB

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

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sociology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000