In each academic year we offer space in your timetable to either choose more sociology or anthropology modules, or to select modules from the wider University to enhance your degree, your CV and your developing career plans or your postgraduate future. Some of our sociology-based modules (prefixed with SOCI module codes) also include anthropological content.
You will also have the opportunity to apply and compete for a semester of tuition overseas in one of our exchange University partnerships. In three years you will build a combination of practical, analytical and evaluative skills that will equip you for a broad range of careers across the public, private and voluntary sectors.
- To provide you with a knowledge of central theoretical and methodological issues in the study of sociology and anthropology
- To provide you with a detailed knowledge of selected areas of social and cultural life, and of patterns of stability and change within these areas
- To develop your capacity for the critical evaluation of theoretical perspectives and empirical evidence in the fields of sociology and anthropology,and for the application of such perspectives and evidence in your own work
- To develop your capacity to undertake independent enquiry into aspects of social and cultural life, using appropriate methodologies
- To develop your skills in written and oral communication, in the use of information technology, in the analysis of quantitative and qualitative information, in cultural sensitivity and in working co-operatively in groups to achieve designated outcomes in ways that will be beneficial both for your studies and for your future employment in a wide range of occupations or postgraduate study
- To develop your ability to work independently in identifying and analysing the subject of your enquiry
View the programme specification document for this course
To Apply
Programme Structure
The programme is normally studied over three years full-time, but may be taken on a part-time basis for a period of not less than four and not more than eight academic years. Study is undertaken at three levels (each corresponding to one year of full-time study). The programme is divided into study modules, eight being taken at each level, four in each semester. Each module has a credit value of 15 CATS (7.5 ECTS) and each level has a total CATS credit value of 120 (60 ECTS).
Key Facts
Social science research draws on a number of major disciplines, including psychology, anthropology, criminology, sociology and areas of social policy, each of which contributes to our understanding of the social world in different ways.
Our exciting curriculum is delivered by experts from across the social sciences who are working at the forefront of their fields.
Employability workshops and lectures.
Typical entry requirements
Subject requirements
No specific subjects are required as the first year of the programme is designed to give you a basic knowledge of relevant social sciences disciplines.
GCSEs:
GCSE maths and English at grade C or above.
A Levels:
ABB; for applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification, an alternative offer of BBB with an A in the EPQ will be made.
IB:
32 points overall, 16 at higher level
Alternative qualifications
We welcome applications from candidates offering qualifications other than A and AS levels (including BTEC, European Baccalaureate, International Baccalaureate, Irish Leaving Certificate and Scottish Highers). You will be expected to attain an equivalent standard to an A level applicant or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University. Contact us for further information on equivalencies for these qualifications and others not listed here.
International applications
We welcome applications from international students. Helpful information on applying, meeting a University representative in your country or improving your English language levels can be found on the International Office website. If English is not your first language, you will be required to pass an approved English test. We normally ask for a score of IELTS 6.5.
Please note that we cannot accept applicants from Greece on the basis of the Apolyterion alone; it must be supplemented by A levels or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University.
Mature applicants
We welcome applications from mature students. If you will be over 21 at the start of your proposed degree programme, you are eligible for exemption from our normal entry requirements. However, you will be required to provide evidence of having completed recent serious and successful study (eg Access, Return to Study, Open University foundation courses) and of your capacity to pursue the course.
All students are required to have GCSE grade C in English and mathematics.
Where feasible, you will be called for an interview. You may find it helpful to discuss your plans with us before applying through UCAS. This will allow you to make sure your chosen course is right for you and give you time to pursue additional academic qualifications if required.
Contextual Admissions
The University of Southampton is committed to widening participation and ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data supports our admissions teams to recognise a student’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Students who flagged in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme.
A typical contextual offer is BBB from three A levels or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University.
Please see our contextual admissions pages for more information.
Selection process:
We usually make our decisions based on your UCAS form alone. Only candidates who require special consideration, for example on grounds of age or non-standard entry qualifications, are interviewed. We welcome applications from under-represented groups and from those with qualifications other than A-levels.
Please note:
In exceptional circumstances we will consider applicants for direct entry into the second year if they have met the entry criteria and have already completed part of the course at another institution. Please note that such requests are considered on an individual basis and at the discretion of the Admissions Tutor. We do not accept applicants for direct entry into Year 3.
This page contains specific entry requirements for this course. Find out about
equivalent
entry requirements and qualifications for your country.
Typical course content
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the
programme and the learning outcomes that a typical
student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if s/he takes full advantage
of the learning opportunities that are provided.
More detailed information can be found in the programme handbook (or other appropriate guide
or website).
Tuition fees
Course fees for 2017/18 full-time UK and EU undergraduate students are typically
£9,250 per year.
Tuition fees for international students differ between each course. Most
part-time courses cost 50% of the full-time fee.
Funding
Scholarships, bursaries or grants may be available to support you through your
course.
Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or
your country of origin.
These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Costs associated with this course
Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such
essays, assignments, laboratory reports and dissertations as are required to fulfil the
academic requirements for each programme of study.
There will also be further costs for the following, not purchasable
from the University:
| Type | Description |
|---|
| Equipment | Approved calculators: Candidates may use calculators in the examination room only as specified by the University and as permitted by the rubric of individual examination papers. The University approved model is Casio FX-570 This may be purchased from any source and no longer needs to carry the University logo. |
| Stationery | You will be expected to provide your own day-to-day stationery items, e.g. pens, pencils, notebooks, etc. Any specialist stationery items will be specified under the Additional Costs tab of the relevant module profile. |
| Books | Where a module specifies core texts these should generally be available on the reserve list in the library. However due to demand, students may prefer to buy their own copies. These can be purchased from any source.
Some modules suggest reading texts as optional background reading. The library may hold copies of such texts, or alternatively you may wish to purchase your own copies. Although not essential reading, you may benefit from the additional reading materials for the module. |
| Printing and copying | In some cases, coursework such as essays, projects and dissertations will be submitted online. However, in some cases students will be asked to provide a printed copy. A list of the University printing costs can be found here: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/isolutions/students/printing/ |
| Placements | Including Study Abroad Programmes: Social Sciences partners with academic departments in a number of other countries to provide study abroad opportunities. Please contact the International Office for information about the expected costs of participating. |
| Other | Optional visits: Some modules may include optional visits (museums, conferences, prisons [Criminology]). You will normally be expected to cover any costs such as travel and admission, unless otherwise specified in the module profile. |
In some cases you'll be able to choose modules (which may have different costs associated
with that module) which will change the overall cost of a programme to you. Please also
ensure you read the section on additional costs in the University’s Fees, Charges and
Expenses Regulations in the University Calendar available at www.calendar.soton.ac.uk.
