Sociology

Description

Our rigorous, varied and enjoyable programme is delivered by world-leading experts who keep the content and approach right up-to-date.

We use a range of teaching and assessment methods to put your learning into context, including individual and group projects that enable you to make your own new contributions to the discipline.

By studying Sociology at Surrey, you become an expert in research design and methodology (including observation, interviews, statistics and textual analysis), and develop a detailed understanding of sociological explanations for micro and macro social processes across a range of absorbing topic areas.

Such knowledge, skills and understanding will prove highly desirable, whatever your eventual career path.

What you'll study

As the world grows more complex, so too does the challenge of understanding the intricate ways in which contemporary societies work.

Studying for a Sociology degree at Surrey puts you in a top-rated department for this most fascinating subject.

Sociology is increasingly attracting the very brightest, most ambitious minds to apply their intellects to the study of large-scale social trends, the significance of key social institutions and the subtleties of everyday behaviour, lifestyles and identities.

Join us here in one of the UK’s most prestigious sociology departments and we will push you to master the theories and methods of this fascinating and vital subject

Career opportunities

Sociology graduates are found across a wide range of occupational areas, with the skills they acquire useful in many different roles. However, many are attracted to careers that enable them to use directly aspects of their degree studies, applying what they have learned and the skills gained whilst an undergraduate. This centres on an interest in society and the challenges and demands that members of a society face.

Our Sociology degree will prepare you for a wide range of jobs which require the ability to analyse complex issues and reach policy conclusions. Our graduates are in a strong position in the job market because they have good analytical skills, are numerate and communicate well.

The Sociology degree provides you with an excellent basis for entry into careers in personnel management, social services, education, criminal justice, teaching, welfare services, information services, the government, charities and the voluntary sector. About a quarter of our students go into postgraduate training courses and to higher degrees. Undertaking a professional placement will enhance your prospects further, as such experience is of high value to future employers.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10790 Year (EEA)
• EUR 15260 Year (Non-EEA)

UK/EU Students -£9,000.00 ;
Overseas Students - £12,735.00

• English

Course Content

Year 1 (FHEQ Level 4)

Year 1 provides a broad-based curriculum, including Introduction to Classical Sociological Theory; Introduction to 20th Century Sociological Theory; Sociology of Contemporary Societies (with Study Skills); Popular Culture and Everyday Life; Contemporary British Politics; Introduction to Research Methods; Qualitative Field Methods; Quantitative Methods 1.

• Introduction to Classical Sociological Theory
• Sociology of Contemporary Societies (with Study Skills)
• Popular Culture and Everyday Life
• Introduction to 20th Century Sociological Theory
• Introduction to Research Methods
• Qualitative Field Methods
• Quantitative Methods 1

Year 2 (FHEQ Level 5)

During Year 2, you study modules in Contemporary Sociological Theory; Sociological Theory: Criticism and Description; Doing Research by Asking Questions; Quantitative Methods 2. In addition, you choose four out of a range of sociology options which includes a Group Research Project; Analysing Media; Sociology of Gender; Sociology of Work; Poverty, Welfare and the State; Migration and the Politics of Identity; Researching Bodies; Sociology of Political Systems; Sociology of the Arts; Sociology of Religion; Sociology of Health and Illness; Television Entertainment; Fan Cultures: Media, Audiences and Identity.

Core modules:

• Contemporary Sociological Theory
• Sociological Theory: Criticism and Description
• Doing Research by Asking Questions
• Quantitative Methods 2

Optional modules:

• Sociology of Work
• Analysing Media
• Sociology of Religion
• Migration and the Politics of Identity
• Sociology of Health and Illness
• Sociology of the Arts
• Sociology of Political Systems
• Poverty, Welfare and the State
• Researching Bodies
• Group Research Project
• Television Entertainment
• Sociology of Gender
• Fan Cultures: Media, Audiences and Identity

Professional Training year (optional)

Our Professional Training placement programme gives you the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during your first two years of study in a work environment whilst receiving training and undertaking projects with real responibilities. Companies and organisations that have participated in the scheme include the Home Office, the House of Lords, the Metropolitan Police, the British Market Research Bureau, Guildford Pupil Referral Unit, Marks & Spencer and IBM.

Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6)

In Year 3, you are able to choose five sociology options to study, from a range including: Sociology of Sexualities; Cultures of Race and Racism; Sociology of Education; Sociology of Childhood; Popular Music and Society; The Sociology of Sociology; Advanced Qualitative Research Methods; Work and Workers in the 21st Century; Sociology of Mental Health; Medicine and the Body; Cultural Organisations and Industries; Crime, Ethnicity and Racism; Music, Media and New Technology; Media and Cultural Globalisation; Understanding Youth Cultures; Fans: Emotion and Affect. A third of the final year is spent doing an individual project chosen according to your interests and written up as an 8,000–12,000-word dissertation.

• Double-weighted Dissertation

Optional modules:

• Cultures of Race and Racism
• Sociology of Education
• The Sociology of Sociology
• Medicine and the Body
• Sociology of Mental Health
• Sociology of Sexualities
• Sociology of Childhood
• Advanced Qualitative Research Methods
• Cultural Organisations and Industries
• Work and Workers in the 21st Century
• Music, Media and New Technology
• Popular Music and Society
• Fans: Emotion and Affect
• Understanding Youth Cultures
• Media and Cultural Globalisation
• Crime, Ethnicity and Racism

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

A-level

ABB

We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers.

BTEC (QCF Level 3) Extended Diploma

DDM

European Baccalaureate

74%

International Baccalaureate

34 points

Other international qualifications

If you are an international student and you don’t meet the entry requirements to this degree, we offer the International Foundation Year.

Required subjects

GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above (or equivalent).

Selection process

Offers are normally made in terms of grades. Suitable candidates will be invited to an Applicant Day. During the visit to the University the candidate can find out more about the programme and meet staff and students.

English language requirements

Non-native speakers of English will normally be required to have IELTS 6.5 or above, with a minimum of 6.0 in each sub-skill (or equivalent).

We offer intensive English language pre-sessional courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

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Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Access Bursary

  Bursary for UK students all subjects where the variable tuition fee rate is payable.

• Alumni Bursary

  Alumni Bursary for UK Undergraduate students

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of Surrey.

Funding

Bursaries and scholarships

We encourage applications from everyone with the ability to study for a Surrey degree, and understand that finance is a factor that affects most people’s decisions. We are committed to making sure that we offer support for students who might need it.

Our bursaries and scholarships are among the most competitive in the country, with both merit-based and means-tested awards available.

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