Sociology BA (Hons)

Course Overview

Sociology is ideal for you if you have an inquisitive mind and are interested in engaging with social issues in challenging times. We examine diverse societies and the experiences of different individuals and groups.

Year of Entry

2026

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study Mode

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Sandwich

Duration

• 3 years full-time
• 4 years sandwich
• Flexible part-time

Course Code

L300

Start Date

September 2026

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Course Overview

You’ll explore the issues of modern-day society in the UK and internationally, including inequalities and social injustice, body, self and identities, race and racism, gender, sex and sexuality, crime and punishment, media, popular culture and fandom, families and personal relationships.

Modules

Year One

• Understanding Society - 20 credits
• Crime, Disorder and Social Control - 20 credits
• Keys to Study in Sociology and Criminology - 20 credits
• Diversity and Divisions - 20 credits
• Media and Popular Culture - 20 credits
• Social Policy and Social Change - 20 credits

Year Two

• Traditions and Controversies in Social Theory - 20 credits
• Researching Social Life - 20 credits
• 21st Century Lifestyles - 20 credits
• Body/Self - 20 credits
• Political Activism #TheAgeOfEmpowerment - 20 credits
• Families and Relationships - 20 credits

Placement Year

• UK Work Placement – 0 credits
• International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits

Final Year

• Final Project - 40 credits
• The Lunar Society: Philosophy of the Midlands - 20 credits
• Race and Racism - 20 credits
• Gender and Society - 20 credits
• Disability in Society - 20 credits
• Sex, Sexuality, Power and Oppression - 20 credits
• Social Media and Digital Worlds - 20 credits
• Punishment and Penology - 20 credits

Entry Requirements

• UK: 112 UCAS points
• International: 29 points
• GCSE: English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2
• BTEC: DMM
• IB Diploma: 29 points
• Access to HE: The Access to HE Diploma. Plus GCSE English at grade 4 / C or above.

Fees and Funding

• UK, Ireland, Channel Islands or Isle of Man: 2026/27 fees TBC
• EU: 2026/27 fees TBC
• International: 2026/27 fees TBC

Facilities

• Academic support
• The Library
• George Eliot building

Careers and Opportunities

• Demonstrate systematic knowledge and critical understanding of sociological thought and how this develops from empirical research and theorising.
• Evidence systematic knowledge and critical understanding of social issues and social problems that are central to sociological debates.
• Develop critical knowledge and awareness of the ethical, political, socio-economic, cultural, and global contexts that frame sociological investigation.
• Demonstrate and recognise your ability to locate, generate, critically analyse, and interpret data and information, and construct evidence-based and theoretically informed arguments.
• Reflect on your own perspectives and positionality in relation to the viewpoints expressed in the learning community of social science.
• Acquire and exemplify transferable skills that can be applied in both scholarship and research and in professional working environments.

International Experience Opportunities

• One of the main features of this course is its international focus.
• Our lecturers come from across the world and have expertise in international issues, global development and comparative sociology.
• There are opportunities for study or placements abroad.

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Overview:

• Founded in 1843 as the Coventry School of Design
• Received university status in 1992
• Over 30,000 students from over 150 countries
• Campuses in Coventry, London, and Scarborough
• Known for its focus on practical, industry-focused education

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Student Life:

• Over 150 student clubs and societies
• Sports teams in various disciplines
• Student support services include counseling, mental health support, and disability support
• Campus facilities include a gym, swimming pool, and student union

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Academics:

• Offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of subjects
• Faculty with industry experience and research expertise
• Teaching methodologies include lectures, seminars, workshops, and project-based learning
• Academic support services include writing centers, math labs, and peer mentoring
• Unique academic programs include:
  • Centre for Applied Science and Technology
  • Centre for Business in Society
  • Centre for Intelligent Systems

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Top Reasons to Study Here:

• Ranked among the top 150 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023)
• Excellent industry connections and partnerships
• Specialized facilities such as the National Transport Design Centre and the Centre for Advanced Manufacturing
• Notable alumni include:
  • Sir Frank Whittle, inventor of the jet engine
  • Sir David Attenborough, naturalist and broadcaster
  • Sir Patrick Stewart, actor

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Services:

• Counseling and mental health support
• Health center
• Accommodation services
• Library with over 1 million books and resources
• Technology support
• Career development services