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BA (Hons) Sociology

University of Kent, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You’ll develop a deep understanding of contemporary social issues and the social processes that influence relationships between individuals, groups and institutions. You’ll acquire a broad knowledge of the key concepts, debates and theoretical approaches that highlight the impact of diversity and inequality on the local and national communities.

General Eligibility

Five passes at GCSE grade C (or grade 4) or above, including English Language or Use of English (IGCSE English as a Second Language, grade B or grade 6), and at least two subjects at A level

OR

Three passes at GCE A level and a pass at grade C (or grade 4) or above in GCSE English Language or Use of English.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory modules currently include

Sociology of Everyday Life

Fundamentals of Sociology

Critical Thinking

Sociological Theory: The Classics

Write, Right

Optional modules may include:

Social Policy and Social Control

Health, Care and Wellbeing

Introduction to Criminology

Crime and Society

Modern Culture

2 Year 2

Compulsory modules currently include:

Social Research Methods

Contemporary Sociological Theory

Write, Right

Optional modules may include:

Human and Social Sciences in the Classroom

Analyzing Data in the Real World

'You think you're better than me?' The Sociology of Status

Education in a Global World

Theories of Crime and Harm

Health, Illness and Medicine

Environmental Politics

Sociology of Mental Health

3 Year 3

Compulsory modules currently include:

Write, Right

Optional modules may include:

Human and Social Sciences in the Classroom

Forensic Psychology: Theoretical and Applied Perspectives

Analyzing Data in the Real World

'You think you're better than me?' The Sociology of Status

Education in a Global World

Theories of Crime and Harm

Health, Illness and Medicine

Environmental Politics

Sociology of Mental Health

Gender, Crime and Criminal Justice

Youth and Crime

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS (including IELTS Indicator) 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)

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