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UCAS CODE: L30L

Course options

  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Keele University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Do you share a concern for the future of society? Discover sociology’s potential to chart a course towards more hopeful alternatives. Learn to analyse contemporary social phenomena, such as the advancement of technology and climate change, and offer solutions to current and future challenges with Sociology at Keele. Explore the intersections of culture, community and identity, and the methods that shape our understanding of social systems and our roles within them.

Course overview

Delve into the study of culture, community and identity, taught by lecturers who are actively researching in the industry today. Put your learning into practice in real-world situations by having the opportunity to engage with the public and community sectors during your studies at Keele.

This modern curriculum has been carefully curated to ensure that you get an understanding of well established and emerging theories, concepts and methodologies used in contemporary practice. You will gain hands on experience by training in practical research skills such as, formulating research questions, sampling strategies, the collection of quantitative and qualitative data, and data analysis, considering the ethical issues related to this.

Work placement year

On this course, you will have the opportunity to opt for a Work Placement Year in between Year 2 and 3. This will allow you to apply your knowledge and practical skills in a workplace environment enabling you to build key skills in communication, teamwork and project management. You will be able to demonstrate your abilities and creative thinking, working with fellow professionals as well as independently.

Foundation year

Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year.

This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.

Your future career

95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)

Enhance your employability

As a Sociology graduate at Keele, you will attain the relevant and sought-after skills for roles across various industries. Whether you wish to pursue a career in education, policing, government, or charity, you will develop strong interpersonal skills that will support you in the workplace and beyond.

Having a greater understanding and social awareness of different environments, people and social structures will enable you to demonstrate your transferable skills across a range of social and professional contexts. These include, working effectively with others, problem-solving and applying your learning to real-world situations.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 17,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Keele University

  • University League Table

    68th

  • Campus address

    Keele University, Staffordshire, Keele, Staffordshire, ST5 5BG, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    56th out of 101 14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    116 55%

    55th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    55th

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    42nd

    11

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