Sociology BSc (Hons)
Queen Margaret University - Edinburgh
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On this course you will: learn about the historical and theoretical origins of the discipline of sociology, how it interacts with other social sciences, and understand the distinctiveness of sociological knowledge ask, and be able to answer, critical questions such as What is the nature of society and how can we change it for the better? What are the root causes of social injustice? How can we challenge and overcome social inequalities? How can we work with individuals, groups and communities ...Read more

On this course you will: learn about the historical and theoretical origins of the discipline of sociology, how it interacts with other social sciences, and understand the distinctiveness of sociological knowledge ask, and be able to answer, critical questions such as What is the nature of society and how can we change it for the better? What are the root causes of social injustice? How can we challenge and overcome social inequalities? How can we work with individuals, groups and communities to create strategies for social change? and identify and advocate for ways in which sociological research and knowledge can result in positive change in people’s everyday lives.

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  UCAS
WUSCA ranking:
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49/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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93rd
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114th
What students say
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Emily
20 Oct 25

I like community, small, and far..Read more

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Struan
19 Nov 24

People around the campus are very helpful and the campus itself had a supportive and friendly feel..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

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Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

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):

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£9,250 per year

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Accommodation (Standard Room) - £145 per week

£9,250 per year

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Students from Other UK

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Accommodation (Standard Room) - £145 per week

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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Accommodation (Standard Room) - £145 per week

£9,250 per year

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Accommodation (Standard Room) - £145 per week

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Emily
20 Oct 25
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Struan
19 Nov 24
People around the campus are very helpful and the campus itself had a supportive and friendly feel...
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Queen Margaret University - Edinburgh
Edinburgh Edinburgh EH21 6UU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Musselburgh  0.1 miles away
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