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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)

Social Sciences (Sociology) (R23-SOC)

Open University
None, Unknown
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0 yearsDuration
£7,428Per Year (Intl)
£7,428Home Fee
90%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Social Sciences (Sociology) (R23-SOC) at Open University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in None, Unknown, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) Social Sciences. Alongside studying the interdisciplinary social sciences, you’ll have the opportunity to explore how sociologists make sense of social worlds, investigating topical issues such as immigration, social networking, precarious work, and urban cultures. On completion of your degree, you’ll be able to apply social theories and analytical techniques to a variety of topics that affect individuals and society. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 84% student satisfaction rating, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Sociological Theory and Classical Perspectives
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Contemporary Social Issues and Inequalities
Culture
Identity and Social Change
Organisations
Work and Economy
Urban Societies and Communities
Dissertation or Independent Research Project
Social Policy and Welfare Systems
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,428

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£7,428

Home Student Fee

£7,428

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Open University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£12,000£17,000£23,000
5 years£19,500£23,500£31,000

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 32% below UK average salary
This course
£17,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
8%Studying
8%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
63%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-01-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
90%
Learning opportunities
89%
Assessment and feedback
91%
Academic support
83%
Organisation and management
92%
Learning resources
91%
Student voice
67%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
57%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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