Sociology & Social Anthropology BA (Hons)
Bournemouth University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 10 graduates of Sociology & Social Anthropology BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sociology.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in CAH15
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26000 | £22500 | £26500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £30000 | £17000 - £27000 | £20000 - £32000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of CAH15
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23139 | £20862 | £24378 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20053 - £26242 | £15766 - £25618 | £18708 - £30597 |
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Course Description
Explore the social and cultural dimensions of human experience, and discover universalities and diversities in how humans live. Study identity, class, cultural practices and social change, and their impact on everyday life around the world.
Why study BA (Hons) Sociology & Social Anthropology at BU?
- This course emphasises contemporary social and political perspectives, discovering societies and cultures all over the world in the present and sometimes also in the past
- Learn from expert sociologists and social anthropologists, as well as biological and archaeological anthropologists and criminologists
- You’ll develop your skills, knowledge and employability through applying theory to contemporary, real world challenges
- Choose from either a 30-week ‘sandwich’ placement, or a shorter four-week placement – which could give you a professional skillset and crucial contacts as well as potentially making you more employable
- Develop your own piece of research based on a topic that interests you, or aligns itself with your future career or study plans, in your final year dissertation.
- Be career ready - 93% of students were in employment or further study fifteen months after graduating.
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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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 & Social Anthropology BA (Hons) at Bournemouth University
| 20% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Web and Multimedia Design Professionals |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Information Technology Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in reading or writing and 5.5 in all other components, or equivalent. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Sociology & Social Anthropology BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £17800 | year 1 |
| International | £17800 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.
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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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of Bournemouth University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bournemouth University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #34
- #251
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #42
- #53
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 26 university rankings of Bournemouth University
About Bournemouth University
Established in 1976, Bournemouth University is located in the coastal town of Poole, South West England. Just 20 minutes away from Bournemouth Beach by bicycle, this university has earned itself numerous awards as both a provider of education and of employment. Apart from their reputable courses and programmes that they offer, Bournemouth University gives particular importance to their more than 130 student clubs on-site, which they believe are essential for keeping students happy, as well as giving them the means to add new skills and experiences to their resumes. Bournemouth University has plenty of restaurants, bars, and retail options nearby and the location is great for those who enjoy strolls near the seaside and a pleasant and different social life.
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Student composition of Bournemouth University
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Total number of students enrolled at Bournemouth University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12520
- postgraduates:
- 2740
- Total:
- 15260
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| Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) |  UCAS Tariff |
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Anthropology and English BA (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | 86% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £20800 | 147 | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 97% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 88 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time |
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Law and Social Anthropology LLB (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 73% | 1% | 4% | £9250 | £26500 | 200 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time |
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Social Anthropology BSc (Hons) | The London School of Economics and Political Science | - | - | - | £9250 | £24720 | - | London | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology and Sociology with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 73% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 97 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology and Law BA (Hons) | The London School of Economics and Political Science | 82% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £24720 | 160 | London | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 77% | 20% | 15% | £9250 | £17800 | 103 | Poole | On campus Full-time |
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Law and Social Anthropology LLB (Hons) | University of Kent | 67% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £18000 | 129 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology BA (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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Anthropology BSc (Hons) | University College London | 60% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £32100 | 168 | London | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- 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)
