Sociology (with integrated year studying abroad) BA (Hons)
Aberystwyth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 65 graduates of Sociology (with integrated year studying abroad) BA (Hons) and other courses in Sociology at Aberystwyth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sociology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in sociology, social policy and anthropology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Sociology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21000 | £20500 | £23000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £28000 | £15500 - £23500 | £18500 - £29000 |
All sociology, social policy and anthropology courses of Aberystwyth University
Salary of all UK Graduates of sociology, social policy and anthropology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23013 | £20757 | £24208 |
25-75 percentile range | £19989 - £26124 | £15689 - £25435 | £18599 - £30307 |
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Course Description
The BA Sociology with integrated year studying abroad degree at Aberystwyth University will train you to develop a critical awareness of and engagement with the social world. By studying this course, you will develop a thorough grounding in the conceptual and theoretical approaches that have been employed by sociologists to study the world around us. You will also develop your ability to analyse social phenomena through training in the collection, analysis and presentation of sociological data. Your integrated year studying abroad will be undertaken in-between your second and final year of study at Aberystwyth. You will have the option to study with one of our many European partners or further afield with our international partners. Visit our dedicated page of partners for further information.
Some of the distinctive aspects of Aberystwyth’s approach to Sociology include:
emphasising the value and significance of a field-based approach to Sociology, with field exercises being integrated into lecture modules, and a dedicated Field-Based Sociology module in year 2
integrating more applied perspectives into the teaching that we undertake on key themes and concepts in Sociology to demonstrate its real-world significance (and, in doing so, help with the employability of our Sociology graduates)
drawing on our research strengths and to ensure that students are exposed to cutting-edge theoretical and empirical understandings of the social world.
During your first year of your course, you will be introduced to the main concepts, themes and perspectives of Sociology which include:
- Key concepts and theoretical approaches that have been and are developing within Sociology;
- The relationships between individuals, groups and social structures;
- Social Diversity and inequalities;
- The role of culturally organised processes in life;
- Processes underpinning social change;
- The distinctive character of Sociology in relation to other forms of understanding, such as its relation to other disciplines and to everyday explanations;
- The relationship between analysis of evidence and sociological arguments.
Your third year will be spent abroad in your chosen university.
During your second and final year, the teaching will consider:
- Core knowledge and understanding modules to develop your capacities relating to your first year modules;
- A range of qualitative, quantitative and digital data sources, research strategies and methods of data collection and analysis;
- The importance of ethical issues in all forms of sociological data collection, analysis and argumentation;
- Practical classes and fieldwork exercises.
During the duration of this course you will be taught through a combination of lectures, seminars, practical classes and fieldwork. Your assessments will depend on the modules that you select, however you may be assessed through the following:
- Examinations;
- Practical classes;
- Fieldwork;
- Coursework;
- Dissertation.
The study of Sociology provides a solid foundation for you to consider a wide range of careers including the media, social work, international development, community engagement, and the civil service to name a few. Nowadays, employers are seeking graduates who possess various skills which include the ability to think analytically and laterally. The BA in Sociology degree provides you with a breadth and flexibility of skills which is why Sociology graduates nationally are attractive to employers.
Sociology graduates have progressed on to:
- Criminology, the Police Force;
- Health and Social Care;
- Social Work;
- Social Policy (including public housing, social work, local government administration and the voluntary sector);
- Management;
- Journalism;
- Public Relations;
- Teaching;
- Research.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Sociology (with integrated year studying abroad) BA (Hons) at Aberystwyth University
15% | Sports and fitness occupations |
15% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
10% | Customer service occupations |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sociology
All Sociology courses of Aberystwyth University
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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Cambridge English Advanced | ||
Cambridge English Proficiency | ||
IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With minimum 5.5 in each component. |
PTE Academic | 55 | With minimum score of 51 in any component. |
TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | With minimum scores in components as follows: Listening 21; Writing 21; Reading 22; Speaking 23. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Sociology (with integrated year studying abroad) BA (Hons)
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9000 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
EU | £16520 | year 1 |
International | £16520 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
The UK and Welsh Governments have confirmed that EU students commencing their studies in the academic year 2021/22 will no longer be eligible for home fee status. Fees for EU students will therefore be charged in line with international fees from 2021/22 onwards.
Please note Irish nationals will continue to be eligible for home fee status and support by the Welsh Government under the Common Travel Area arrangement
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Aberystwyth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Aberystwyth University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #3
- #501
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #5
- #55
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 24 university rankings of Aberystwyth University
About Aberystwyth University
Aberystwyth University (Aber) was founded in 1872 in Aberystwyth, Wales. This university has earned itself an impressive array of awards in various domains, including in teaching standards and post-graduate employability. Whether you enjoy walking by the beach or visiting the historic town centre, Aberystwyth is a superb option for those students looking for a quiet place to focus on their academic goals.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 26 October, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)