Sociology BSc (Hons)
University of Kent
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Our world faces unprecedented challenges, from the climate crisis, to rising inequality; from the automation of peoples jobs by computers and artificial intelligence, to a civil society divided by questions of what is true or false. There has never been a more pressing need for people to understand how society works, how people and groups interact, and how our social structures and institutions affect our everyday lives.If you want to study a subject that employers respect, and that can make a ...Read more

Our world faces unprecedented challenges, from the climate crisis, to rising inequality; from the automation of people's jobs by computers and artificial intelligence, to a civil society divided by questions of what is true or false. There has never been a more pressing need for people to understand how society works, how people and groups interact, and how our social structures and institutions affect our everyday lives.If you want to study a subject that employers respect, and that can make a difference in the world, then Kent Sociology is for you. We offer one the most cutting-edge Sociology degrees in the UK, where you will be taught by world-class experts researching the most pressing issues facing society today.Study Sociology at Kent and gain a contemporary understanding of the key issues facing society today, and where we might be headed in the future; concepts and theories which help you to understand social structures and how they affect daily life from a variety of perspectives; training in research methods that allow you to collect, understand, analyse and interpret different kinds of data; a critical orientation which empowers you with the skills to identify and solve problems, think creatively, and present and write effectively.


Your future

With recent developments in computing, automation, and artificial intelligence, many of today's jobs will give way to new types of careers and opportunities. This course will develop your critical, analytical, communication and research skills to prepare you for this contemporary, ever-changing world of work, giving you lots of career options when you graduate, and in the years beyond. Many of our graduates take their concern with people, society and social justice into their career trajectory and move into roles that allow them to affect real-world impact. Our Sociology graduates are highly sought after and have gone on to enjoy careers in areas as diverse as: Teaching and lecturing (with additional training or further study)Research and policy makingManagementMedia and advertisingHuman resources and recruitmentPublic relationsThe Civil ServiceThe third sector and charitiesBanking and financial servicesLocal government and community servicesConsultancy


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Our city, your time.It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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82/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
29th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
Sociology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 87 = 13% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
13%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£19,000
UK Sociology graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Lucy
23 Jan 24

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Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

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Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:21 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 26 Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis.

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26 points in the IB Diploma or 104 UCAS Tariff points

Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Sociology
49%
Psychology
34%
English Literature
27%
History
22%
Religious Studies & Theology
16%
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23 Jan 24
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

Established in 1965, the University of Kent has a proud track record of excellence in teaching and research and is ambitious to...

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University of Kent
Recruitment and Admissions Office, The Registry, Darwin Road Canterbury Kent CT2 7NZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Canterbury West  0.6 miles away

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