Education Studies and Sociology BA (Hons)
Queen's University Belfast
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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This Programme is designed to enable students to gain an understanding of the multi-disciplinary field of Education, and of patterns of social life and social change more broadly. The course structure offers a broad and balanced curriculum of research-informed modules which are firmly rooted in the disciplines of education and sociology. Students will become critical thinkers who can engage with theoretical knowledge and research evidence from education, sociology, and related fields, with ...Read more

This Programme is designed to enable students to gain an understanding of the multi-disciplinary field of Education, and of patterns of social life and social change more broadly. The course structure offers a broad and balanced curriculum of research-informed modules which are firmly rooted in the disciplines of education and sociology. Students will become critical thinkers who can engage with theoretical knowledge and research evidence from education, sociology, and related fields, with relevance to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, both locally and globally. This includes the development of discipline-specific skills such as the ability to draw on a range of primary and secondary sources, and to analyse data.Graduates will be equipped with advanced skills in analysing and evaluating complex issues within and across educational and social systems. They will become familiar with methodologies relevant to investigating problems and identifying best practice across social contexts, including education. Students will have opportunities to gain experiences within organisations across civil society and in a range of education and related sectors. Teaching is embedded within a strong research culture, which is supported by the School’s research centres and networks. Curriculum and assessment for each module is tailored to provide learners with knowledge and skills which will prepare them to pursue careers across education and sociology, as well as related fields. Our graduates will be equipped to undertake social research from sociological and educational perspectives, and will have the ability to support the ambitions of a whole range of organisations in these areas.

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WUSCA ranking:
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5/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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35th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
25th
What students say
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Beth
16 Dec 24

You always grt detailed amd helpful feedback on your assignments. Staff are kind and approachable. There are regular interesting events. Their simplicity app keeps you aware of..Read more

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Tierna
12 Dec 24

The best parts of student life at queens is the student union and the student organised clubs and societies. However the lack of co ordination in and between schools for students..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD Grades / Points required

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32 points overall, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level.

H3H3H3H3H4H4/H3H3H3H3H3

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£4,750 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£20,800 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£20,800 per year

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Students from International

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£20800 Per year

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Queen's University Belfast
University Road Belfast Northern Ireland BT7 1NN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Balmoral   0.2 miles away
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