Sociology and Social Anthropology BA (Hons)
University of Kent
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 170 graduates of Sociology and Social Anthropology BA (Hons) and other courses in Sociology at University of Kent 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
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 | £24500 | £23500 | £28500 |
25-75 percentile range | £21500 - £27000 | £19000 - £29000 | £22500 - £35000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Sociology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23139 | £20862 | £24378 |
25-75 percentile range | £20053 - £26242 | £15766 - £25618 | £18708 - £30597 |
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Course Description
Are you curious about the origins, formation and development of modern societies? Do you wonder about how societies work, develop and transform? Our Sociology and Social Anthropology joint honours programme provides a comprehensive approach to addressing these questions.
Overview
The School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research offers a large choice of specialist modules on race, social change, criminal justice, disability and the arts. Our academics are internationally recognised for their expertise in sociological theory and their varied research gives you the opportunity to study diverse areas ranging from street culture to terrorism.
Our modules and creative forms of assessment are designed to stimulate your thinking and prepare you for a job market looking for versatile and innovative individuals.
Kent’s School of Anthropology and Conservation has a range of experts working on social anthropology in regions as diverse as the Middle East, Europe, China and Amazonia.
Our degree programme
In your first year, you study the fundamentals of sociology and anthropology. You then learn how to conduct and apply qualitative and quantitative sociological research with a particular focus on ethnographic research practices popular in social anthropology.
During all stages of your studies, you have the opportunity to choose specialist modules that suit your interests and include topics like the anthropology of business, environmentalism, gender, political change, crime, race, violence and work.
In your final year of study, there is an option to take a dissertation module on a subject of your choice. This allows you to focus in detail on an area you are particularly passionate about.
Study resources
You have access to a wide range of topical journals and books in hard copy and digital format through Kent’s Templeman Library.
At Kent, we also have a number of excellent subject-specific facilities to help your learning in social anthropology. These include:
- a state-of-the-art visual anthropology room with a suite of computers equipped for editing film and cameras made available for student use
- an ethnobiology lab for studying human-related plant material
- a teaching laboratory with first-rate equipment
Your designated academic advisor provides guidance for your studies and academic development. Our Student Learning Advisory Service also offers useful workshops on topics like essay writing and academic referencing.
Extra activities
There are a number of student-led societies which you may want to join such as:
- Socrates Society
- Feminist Society
- Kent Amnesty International
- Anthropology Society.
There are events available throughout the year for students from the School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research. These may include:
- research seminars and webcasts
- career development workshops
- informal lectures by guest experts followed by group discussion.
The School of Anthropology and Conservation also puts on many events that you are welcome to attend. We host two public lectures a year for which we have been able to attract leading anthropological figures from around the world. In 2017 we hosted paleoanthropologist Professor Lee Berger, one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people.
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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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Sociology and Social Anthropology BA (Hons) at University of Kent
17% | Business and public service associate professionals |
11% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
8% | Administrative occupations |
6% | Business and public service associate professionals |
6% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Finance Professionals |
4% | Sales occupations |
4% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
4% | Elementary occupations |
4% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Sociology
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
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
University Rankings
Positions of University of Kent in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Kent in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #27
- #151
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 26 October, 2022]
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- #31
- #294
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- Social Sciences
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NTU Rankings by Subject
[Published 11 July, 2023]
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- #25
- #32
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- Sociology
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #22
- #112
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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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- #23
- #151
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- Sociology
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
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- #34
- #151
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- Sociology
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 19 July, 2022]
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About University of Kent
The University of Kent is a publicly funded research university located in Kent, England. The university’s main campus is situated north of Canterbury, while its other campuses are found in Medway and Tonbridge in Kent. Additionally, the university operates postgraduate centres in Brussels, Athens, Rome and Paris.
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Student composition of University of Kent
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Kent by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 13390
- postgraduates:
- 2820
- Total:
- 16210
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
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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 | |
Anthropology with a Language BA (Hons) | University of Sussex | 83% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £21500 | 132 | Brighton | On campus Full-time | |
Anthropology BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 97% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 88 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Law and Social Anthropology LLB (Hons) | The University of Edinburgh | 73% | 1% | 4% | £9250 | £26500 | 200 | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Social Anthropology BSc (Hons) | The London School of Economics and Political Science | - | - | - | £9250 | £24720 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Anthropology and Sociology with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | 73% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £17665 £19430 | 97 | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Anthropology and Law BA (Hons) | The London School of Economics and Political Science | 82% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £24720 | 160 | London | On campus Full-time | |
Anthropology BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 77% | 20% | 15% | £9250 | £17800 | 103 | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
Law and Social Anthropology LLB (Hons) | University of Kent | 67% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £18000 | 129 | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Anthropology BA (Hons) | Queen's University of Belfast | - | - | - | £9250 | £20800 | - | Belfast | On campus Full-time |
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)
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%
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 19 July, 2022
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023
NTU ranking
- Published:
- 11 July, 2023