Sociology - BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Sociology degree at Birmingham City University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the social structures, institutions, and processes that shape our society. The course covers a wide range of topics, including social inequality, race and ethnicity, gender and sexuality, globalization, and social change. Students will learn to analyze and interpret sociological data, as well as develop critical thinking skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. This course is ideal for students who are interested in understanding the social world around them and how it operates.

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Our students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated sociology laboratory and software for data analysis. Our staff are experienced researchers and teachers, and they will provide students with the support and guidance they need to succeed. We also offer opportunities for work placements and study abroad programs, which can help students gain practical experience and broaden their horizons.

Experience the vibrant city life of Birmingham while gaining a world-class education in sociology.

Birmingham City University is a great place to study sociology because of its strong research culture and commitment to providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen careers. Our location in the heart of Birmingham also provides students with easy access to a wide range of cultural, social, and economic contexts that are relevant to the study of sociology.

Youll explore and question social norms and discover the complex issues behind day-to-day routines and social practices. We explore patterns and processes of inequality, examine the structure and dynamics of social hierarchies and power relations and ask why and how people shape their identities and practice their lives. We encourage you to explore how sociological knowledge can connect individuals and how it can provide you with the skills needed to participate in debates not just about what society is but how it could be. Through the links weve developed with workplace organizations such as local School Academies, Citizens Advice Bureau, and Womans Aid, we help support you to make professional contacts and to apply your studies to real-world situations when taking part in voluntary work or on placement. We also enjoy close links with the city of Birmingham itself, a diverse community perfect for sociological examination.

BBC or 112 UCAS tariff points from a maximum of 3 subjects.