Bristol,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Sociology with Study Abroad in Bristol United Kingdom | University of Bristol
University of Bristol
|
Bristol United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,900
(c. USD31,888.58)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Sociology stands as a long-standing academic field, equally crucial for examining modern 21st-century communities as it was for analyzing the transformative shifts of the Industrial Era.
Researchers in sociology investigate societal frameworks, behavioral patterns, and cultural traditions, possessing distinctive insights into evolving social dynamics. This program offers both scholarly and career-oriented guidance to help cultivate your sociological perspective.
The initial year establishes fundamental sociological knowledge, while later years present more specialized options aligned with faculty expertise. Recent offerings have explored themes including cultural studies, social stratification, population movements, contemporary labor exploitation, music sociology, racial dynamics, and scientific institutions. A consistent focus on research methodologies runs through the curriculum, with required coursework in the first two years.
Your third academic year involves overseas sociological studies at an English-language institution. This international experience allows you to observe and analyze different social systems through a sociological lens. For additional details about international study options, consult Global Opportunities.
During your concluding year at Bristol, you'll undertake an independent research project, applying your developed skills to investigate a self-selected sociological topic under faculty supervision.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A-level standard offer
AAB including an essay-based subject
Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art & Design (all pathways), Business Studies, Chinese, Classical Civilisation, Classics, Drama, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Film, French, Geography, German, Government and Politics, Greek, Health and Social Care, History, History of Art, Italian, Latin, Law, Media Studies, Music, Performance, Philosophy, Politics, Portuguese, Psychology, Religious Studies, Russian, Social Care, Social Policy, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre Studies and Welsh.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in an essay-based subject
Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art & Design (all pathways), Business Studies, Chinese, Classical Civilisation, Classics, Drama, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Film, French, Geography, German, Government and Politics, Greek, Health and Social Care, History, History of Art, Italian, Latin, Law, Media Studies, Music, Performance, Philosophy, Politics, Portuguese, Psychology, Religious Studies, Russian, Social Care, Social Policy, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre Studies and Welsh.
IELTS Academic (at a test centre or online)-6.5 with 6.5 in all skills
TOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home-88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre)-67 in all skills
AAB including an essay-based subject
Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art & Design (all pathways), Business Studies, Chinese, Classical Civilisation, Classics, Drama, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Film, French, Geography, German, Government and Politics, Greek, Health and Social Care, History, History of Art, Italian, Latin, Law, Media Studies, Music, Performance, Philosophy, Politics, Portuguese, Psychology, Religious Studies, Russian, Social Care, Social Policy, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre Studies and Welsh.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in an essay-based subject
Essay-based subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art & Design (all pathways), Business Studies, Chinese, Classical Civilisation, Classics, Drama, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Film, French, Geography, German, Government and Politics, Greek, Health and Social Care, History, History of Art, Italian, Latin, Law, Media Studies, Music, Performance, Philosophy, Politics, Portuguese, Psychology, Religious Studies, Russian, Social Care, Social Policy, Sociology, Spanish, Theatre Studies and Welsh.
IELTS Academic (at a test centre or online)-6.5 with 6.5 in all skills
TOEFL iBT and TOEFL at Home-88 overall with R22, L21, S23, W22
Pearson PTE Academic (Online or Test Centre)-67 in all skills
Tuition
GBP
23,900