Sociology with a Year Abroad BA
University of East Anglia
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Sociology with a Year Abroad BA and other courses in Sociology at University of East Anglia 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 | £22000 | £21000 | £26500 |
25-75 percentile range | £19000 - £30000 | £15500 - £25000 | £20000 - £30500 |
All Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology courses of University of East Anglia
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
Overview
You want to understand how society works – why inequality persists, how identities are formed, and the ways that power operates within social institutions.
Sociology at the UEA develops a sophisticated understanding of social and cultural systems, with a key focus on social justice and transformational social change.
If you are fascinated by the way society functions. and are driven by a desire to change the world, then this is the degree for you.
Sociology at the UEA is a hugely diverse degree, with options to suit all manner of interests. Whether you are interested in the sociology of children and families, criminology, the sociology of social change, or digital sociology. Sociology at the UEA is all about empowering you to study the sociology that matters most to you.
About This Course
On this course, you’ll develop your understanding of sociology, explore areas you’re already interested in and discover new passions.
The course links modules across the university, designed around four key pathways, emphasising specific contemporary social issues which connect to employment opportunities. You can explore:
- The sociology of inequality, social justice and social change
- Criminology
- The sociology of children and families
- Political and digital sociology
You can focus on specific modules to build your depth of expertise in a pathway; or select modules which interconnect in ways which build up a personalised pathway around your interests.
This course brings together sociology and social policy experts across many schools in both the humanities and social sciences. Our academics have a national and international reputation for research, policy and practice. They share a common vision of the sociological imagination for understanding and transforming lives.
Disclaimer
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 a Year Abroad BA at University of East Anglia
25% | |
10% | Finance Professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Media Professionals |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Finance Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sociology
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Qualification requirements
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C. We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please contact us at https://www.uea.ac.uk/course/undergraduate/ba-sociology-with-a-year-abroad
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in any component) |
Costs
Tuition Fees Sociology with a Year Abroad BA
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £20600 | year 1 |
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 University of East Anglia in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of East Anglia in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #18
- #117
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- Social Sciences
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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- #27
- #176
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #23
- #30
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #33
- #212
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- Sociology
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
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- #35
- #301
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- Sociology
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
See all 29 university rankings of University of East Anglia
About University of East Anglia
The University of East Anglia (UEA) is a government funded research university located in Norwich, England. The university operates from a single campus site which includes the Norwich Research Park and the Bob Champion Research and Education Building, as well a 24-hour library, a concert and gig venue, and the on-campus accommodation.
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Student composition of University of East Anglia
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Total number of students enrolled at University of East Anglia by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13095
- postgraduates:
- 3400
- Total:
- 16495
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
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History and Sociology (Including Foundation Year) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 67% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £19500 | 129 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Media Communications and Sociology BA/BSc (Hons) | Bath Spa University | 74% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £16675 | 122 | Bath | On campus Full-time | |
Politics and Sociology BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Politics and Sociology BA (Hons) | University of Exeter | 84% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £23700 | 161 | Exeter | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 75% | 5% | 7% | £9250 | £20500 | 171 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Sociology BA (Hons) | Bishop Grosseteste University | - | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £12690 | 83 | Lincoln | On campus Full-time | |
Sociology and Politics BA (Hons) | University of Kent | 64% | 4% | 0% | £9250 | £18000 | 120 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Criminology and Sociology BA (Hons) | Liverpool Hope University | 73% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £12500 | 113 | Liverpool | On campus Full-time | |
Sociology (Applied Quantitative Research) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | 67% | 0% | 8% | £9250 | £19500 | 122 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Literature and Sociology (Including Placement Year) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 67% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £19500 | 120 | Colchester | 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)
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023