BA Sociology Career Paths
Degrees in Sociology or Social Policy are general social science qualifications that provide a firm foundation for a wide range of careers.
Sociology and Social Policy graduates leave university with very marketable skills, particularly the ability to design and conduct accurate research. Many organisations, both public and private, carry out research on a regular basis; sociology and social policy graduates are ideally suited to this type of environment. The analytical skills that students develop are relevant to occupations across a broad range of employment sectors.
For those considering a career in school teaching, we suggest that you study for a joint honours degree where the other subject forms part of the national curriculum. This will enable you to meet the admissions criteria for many postgraduate teacher training courses.
73 per cent* of students, who graduated in 2009, found employment within six months of graduation, and a further 14 per cent* had chosen to pursue further study.
*These figures relate to Home/EU students six months after graduating who were available for work or study and whose destinations were known.
Destinations of recent Sociology graduates
2005 BA Sociology graduates went on to work in a variety of fields. There are specific examples below.
- Derby City Council Education
- Sova, Scunthorpe
- Bangladeshi Community Centre, Bradford
- BBC Radio Lancashire, Blackburn
- NE Lincs Council
- Leeds City Council
- IT Company, London
- Youth Offending Services, Rotherham
- Hayes Agency, London
Role types of recent Sociology Graduates
- Project Coordinator and Assistant Youth Worker
- Youth Justice Worker
- Social Worker
- Broadcast Assistant
- Learning Mentor
- Trainee Social Worker
- Communications Manager
- Youth Officer
- Financial Recruitment Consultant
Key Information
UCAS code: L300
Number of places: 80.
Duration
3 years full-time.
6 years part-time.
Entry Requirements:
ABB at A level for entry, plus C in GCSE Mathematics
Full entry requirements
UK/EU student fees
£9,000 per year full-time.
International student fees
£12,500 per year full-time.
Full finance information
Admissions Contact
Faculty of Education, Social Sciences and Law
Tel: 0113 343 5049
Tel: 0113 343 5020
Fax: 0113 343 5019