BA (Hons) Sociology & Social Anthropology

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of sociology and social anthropology, enabling you to analyze the complex relationships between individuals, groups, and society. You'll explore topics such as social inequality, power and politics, globalization, and cultural diversity, developing critical thinking skills and the ability to evaluate evidence-based arguments.

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You'll have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including our dedicated sociology and anthropology labs, as well as opportunities to engage in practical research projects with real-world implications. Our faculty are experts in their fields and will guide you through your studies, providing individualized support and mentorship.

Discover Your Potential at Bournemouth University - Where Creativity and Knowledge Meet

Bournemouth University is recognized for its strengths in the creative industries, but also offers a range of programs in other fields, including sociology and social anthropology. Our campus is located in the vibrant town of Bournemouth, providing access to a diverse range of cultural, recreational, and employment opportunities. You'll be part of a supportive community that values collaboration, creativity, and innovation.

• This course emphasizes contemporary social and political perspectives, discovering societies and cultures worldwide in the present and sometimes in the past.

• Learn from expert sociologists and social anthropologists, as well as biological and archaeological anthropologists and criminologists 

• You’ll develop your skills, knowledge, and employability by applying theory to contemporary, real-world challenges.

• Choose from either a 30-week ‘sandwich’ placement or a shorter four-week placement – which could give you a professional skillset and essential contacts and potentially make you more employable.

• Develop your research based on a topic that interests you or aligns with your future career or study plans in your final year dissertation.

• 91% of graduates felt they received good advice and guidance regarding their course. 

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

20 hours per week