BSc (Hons) Sociology

  • Part-time study available
  • International students can apply
  • Overseas study available
  • Work placement opportunity
Qualification Entry requirements 2013
Diploma in Foundation Studies (Sociology) Overall pass
UCAS tariff points 260-280 points
GCE A level 260-280 points (to include a minimum of 240 points at A2)
GCE A level double award 260-280 points
BTEC National Diploma 260-280 points, National cert DD/ National dip DMM
Foundation Degree Applicants will be considered for entry into year 1.
Scottish Highers 260-280 points
Irish Leaving Certificate 260-280 points
International Baccalaureate 25-27 points

Accreditation for Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)

Previous experience of studying Sociology is not a pre-requisite for entry onto this degree programme.

We welcome applications from mature students without formal/traditional entry requirements but with relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The degree is also offered with a foundation year specifically designed for international students.

At the University of Salford we have developed a policy, a process and practices that help you to put together a claim for entry or credit by matching your current and prior learning against the specific requirements of a particular course. So if you have no formal qualifications but plenty of experience in the area you may still be considered for entry to the course.

English Language Requirements

The English language requirement for this course is an IELTS average score of 6 or above, and for each component, 5 or above. For further information check the international entry requirements for all our courses here:

www.salford.ac.uk/international/entry requirements/

We have developed a policy, a process and practices that help you to put together a claim for entry or credit by matching your current and prior learning against the specific requirements of a particular course. So if you have no formal qualifications but plenty of experience in the area you may still be considered for entry to the course.

Applicant profile

An ideal student would have:

  • A critical mind (with a sprinkling of scepticism). This will require you to think about things in ways that look beyond the taken-for-granted assumptions
  • A desire to understand, and challenge conventional assumptions about the world
  • A willingness to develop your understanding via reading and engaging with books written by leading sociologists.