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

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Derry~Londonderry

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SEP-25

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Duration

3 Years

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

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Derry~Londonderry

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SEP-25

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3 Years

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There are three key emphases in the Sociology degree: an emphasis on the theories and explanatory frameworks found in sociology; an emphasis on examining the social features of contemporary society within a global context; and an emphasis on developing student skills in the collection and assessment of evidence and the development of arguments. During your degree, you will have an opportunity to apply your sociological knowledge through a range of projects and learning activities, as well as in ...Read more

There are three key emphases in the Sociology degree: an emphasis on the theories and explanatory frameworks found in sociology; an emphasis on examining the social features of contemporary society within a global context; and an emphasis on developing student skills in the collection and assessment of evidence and the development of arguments. During your degree, you will have an opportunity to apply your sociological knowledge through a range of projects and learning activities, as well as in in-depth discussions with teaching staff. Our approach to teaching and learning gives you a range of opportunities through the degree to reflect on and shape your developing areas of interest in sociology. Sociology at Ulster has a history of receiving excellent external examiner reports and very high approval ratings in the National Student Survey (which is completed by final year students).

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
52nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
42nd
Law
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
98%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Law graduate salary at this uni
£15,000
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
98%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Sociology graduate salary at this uni
£15,000
What students say
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Rebecca
06 Mar 25

Best aspect - support after bereavement student wellbeing are very easy to work with as well as lecturers being understanding Worst- small amount of female toilets, sometimes..Read more

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Mia
06 Mar 25

Best: student support and location Worst: library facilities are limited due to restricted space, not even seats with adequate facilities..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

CCCCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

DDD Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:9,M:33,P:3 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

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

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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

MMM Grades / Points required

Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A-Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

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Pass Access Course (120 credits) with an overall mark of 55%.

Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required.

96 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of four subjects at Higher Level and one subject at Ordinary Level. English Grade H6 or above (HL) or Grade 04 or above (Ordinary Level) if not sitting at Higher Level.

BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma with profile DMM.You may also meet the course entry requirements with combinations of different qualifications to the same standard. Examples of combinations include:A levels with BTEC RQF National Extended CertificateA level with BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.Note BTEC Level 3 RQF Foundation Diploma, Diploma and Extended Diplomas in Children's Play, Learning and Development are not accepted.BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development is accepted.To find out if the qualification you are applying with is a qualification we accept for entry, please check our Qualification Checker - https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/equivalence We will also continue to accept QCF versions of these qualifications although grades asked for may differ. Check what grades you will be asked for by comparing the requirements above with the information under QCF in the Applied General and Tech Level Qualifications section of our Entry Requirements - https://www.ulster.ac.uk/study/entrance-requirements/undergraduate-entry-requirements

Popular A-level subjects

Sociology

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

Religious Studies & Theology
37%
Health & Social Care
29%
Sociology
29%
Music
23%
Information & Communication technology
22%
HESA
Law

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

History
32%
Religious Studies & Theology
30%
English Literature
24%
Business Studies
23%
Government & Politics
21%
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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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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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

£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

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£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.

£16,320 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.

£16,320 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 International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£16320 Per year

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Rebecca
06 Mar 25
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Northland Road Derry~Londonderry BT48 7JL United Kingdom
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