York,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
York's Sociology program is celebrated for its exceptional research. According to the Times Higher Education's 2021 REF rankings, we hold 4th place overall and share top position for practical societal influence, offering an internationally recognized research setting. Our postgraduate research topics span a diverse spectrum, showcasing the department's broad investigative scope. Current areas of exploration include:
Gender studies and empowerment
LGBTQ+ rights and inclusion
Online interactions and self-expression
Medical sociology and wellbeing
Power structures and social movements
Forward-looking social analysis
Paranormal phenomena in society
City life and community dynamics