Sociology - BSc (Hons)

Aston University, Birmingham

Studying BSc (Hons) Sociology at Aston University will develop your sociological imagination whilst honing your critical thinking and analytical skills to understand the broader implications of individual actions in society. The programme delves into real-life experiences and their connections to larger social issues. You will explore the impact of social constraints, class, race, religion, and gender on inequality and life chances. You will be taught by research-active staff who are experts in contemporary topics like inequality, racism, health, migration, and more, and who constantly update their teaching based on research findings. Opting for the placement year will provide you with invaluable real-world experience, boosting your employability.

* Power up your future – Develop the skills employers around the globe look for. Gain an edge in a fast-changing world and thrive in your career with Aston Power Skills. * Gold standard teaching – Aston University was awarded Gold – the highest possible rating for the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2023) * Expert teaching - Ranked 22nd for ‘satisfaction with teaching’ (Sociology; Guardian University Guide, 2026) * Great student experience - Ranked 6th for ‘student experience’ (Sociology; Times Sunday Times Guide, 2026)

\ The transferable skills that our sociology programmes provide mean that our graduates are successful in finding employment in a wide range of roles such as: * Account executive * Communications officer * Direct sales executive * Domestic abuse support worker * Governance support officer * Graduate buyer * HR senior associate * Intensive family support worker * Management trainee * Paralegal * Police officer * Probation officer * Project manager * Research officer * Teacher Our graduates have gone on to work at companies and public sector organisations such as Allianz, Balour Beatty, Birmingham City Council, Deloitte, Department for Education, Humankind Charity, IBM, Nissan, Octopus Energy, Refugee and Migrant Centre, Severn Trent, Warwickshire County Council and West Midlands Police.