Sociology
How does society work? What makes one society different from another? Our Sociology degree will push you to look beyond the everyday to understand contemporary society and how it shapes our lives.
Why study with us
- Social Sciences at the University of Central Lancashire ranks in the top 5 in the UK for learning opportunities. (National Student Survey 2022)
- You’ll get the opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner universities in Europe. And as far afield as Australia, Brazil, Canada and China.
- Our graduates progress into careers in counselling, community development, government, international development, and social work.
What you'll do
- On our varied sociology degree you’ll study a diverse mix of topics. From analysing ‘slasher’ films to considering the meaning of music to young people. As well as studying Marx, Weber and Durkheim.
- We’ll introduce you to a wide range of topical social issues. You'll explore social injustice, cultural identity, and resistance and rebellion.
- You’ll engage in live research projects, field trips, student-led conferences and other course events.
Module overview
In your first year, our modules will enable you to develop comprehensive knowledge of the discipline of sociology and key theoretical perspectives on relevant and important social issues. In years two and three, optional modules enable you to tailor your degree based on a specific area of interest.
Course delivery
This course is taught face-to-face at one of our UK campuses.
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Sociology facilities
Accreditations
- The Institute is at the leading edge of management thinking and are a globally recognised professional membership body for leaders and managers. Their research into new ideas, techniques and methods ensures that ILM courses are constantly improving, helping to develop students' leadership and management skills.
Future careers in Sociology
What can you do with a sociology degree? This course equips you with a huge range of skills that are valued by employers. Careers with a sociology degree include areas such as:
- education
- criminal justice
- welfare services
- government
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
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This course is based in the School of Justice located in the Faculty of Business and Justice
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