By continuing to use the site, you agree to the use of cookies. Allow cookies Courses Student Life Home Social Sciences Sociology Why study at Roehampton Specialist options including: human rights, security and international relations, media and culture, health policy, urban society and childhood studies. An annual summer student conference where final year students present their independent research. High quality online and face-to-face feedback on your work and progress from your tutors; personal tutor support in your weekly ‘Becoming’ class. Sociology gives you the chance to make sense of society and current social trends. Sociology encourages you to think critically and imaginatively about your life, the communities in which you live and the social relations that make up society. You will develop the skills to understand social change in the UK and globally; to carry out research projects on your own; and to evaluate the options facing policy-makers on a range of contemporary social issues. The Sociology course at Roehampton is designed around you ‘becoming a Sociologist’ – developing the knowledge and skills not just to get a top degree but also to fulfil your ambitions when you leave Roehampton. To support you with these ambitions, the sociology programme has work placement opportunities and excellent links with practitioners in a wide variety of fields including central and local government, health, education, human rights, the criminal justice system and the voluntary and community sectors. Year-by-year summary First year You are introduced to the subject through modules such as: Making Sense of Society Becoming a Sociologist Sociology and Everyday Life Second year You further develop your skills as a sociologist through core modules in sociological theory and methods, plus modules exploring contemporary urban life and self-identity. You also have the option of taking modules that focus on human rights and the sociology of childhood. Third year There are opportunities for independent study and placements in either voluntary organisations or paid jobs. You also choose from optional modules such as Understanding Globalisation, and Sociology of Death. Research The sociology programme at Roehampton is built on the research excellence of the department, home to our human rights centre Crucible and to our research centre on migration and multiculturalism. At the last research assessment exercise in 2008, 95% of research publications in sociology at Roehampton were rated of national or international standing. Example modules Sociology and Everyday Life. Londonopolis - Exploring the Global City. Intimacy and Self Career options Sociology develops the skills that boost careers in government, charities and business. Many sociology graduates become social workers and community development officers or work in the criminal justice system. Others work in the media and campaigning organisations and in marketing and public relations. Apply for this course » UCAS code L300 Level Undergraduate BSc Single Honours BA/BSc Combined Honours Single or Combined honours Entry tariff 240 points Specific entry requirements » General entry requirements » Department Social Sciences » Duration 3 years (full-time), 5–7 years (part-time) Tuition fees £8,750 (2014; UK/EU) » £11,500 (2014; International) » Cash scholarships and bursaries available » Programme outline View the full details » View Key Information Set » Combinations Criminology [ML93] » Social Anthropology [LCH9] » Related courses Criminology » MA/PGDip/PGCert Human Rights and International Relations » Erasmus Mundus MA Human Rights Policy and Practice » Further information Contact our Enquiries team enquiries@roehampton.ac.uk » +44 (0)20 8392 3232 Apply for this course » Undergraduate open day Saturday 12 July Book your place now » Prospective students Apply for 2014 Attend an Open Day Order a prospectus Undergraduate courses Postgraduate study Online degrees Tuition fees Scholarships Short courses and Professional Development Programmes Student Life International students » English Language and preparation courses How to apply Meet us in your country Study Abroad programmes Summer school Academic Departments » Business School Dance Drama, Theatre and Performance Education English and Creative Writing Graduate School Humanities Life Sciences Media, Culture and Language Psychology Social Sciences Colleges » Digby Stuart College Froebel College Southlands College Whitelands College Current students » Graduation JobShop Learning Services and Moodle Library Services Student MyZone Students' Union Term dates Alumni » Benefits Get involved Replacement certificates/transcripts Update your details Staff Calendar Find staff Staff MyZone General Information » Find us Governance Media enquiries Organisation and Management Research Schools and Colleges Working at Roehampton Services » Accommodation Employability Sport Roehampton Student Experience Conference Roehampton » Conferences Hire a venue Weddings and private events Home Copyright Disclaimer Feedback Privacy Accessibility Site map © Roehampton University