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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L30F
Sociology (with Foundation Year)
Oxford Brookes UniversityOxford, England
4 yearsDuration
£17,250Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
89%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BA (Hons) Sociology (with Foundation Year) at Oxford Brookes University. Based in Oxford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Race and migration, health inequalities, and technology—the world of sociology explores so many aspects of our lives and the challenges we face in the 21st century. Study with us to join the debate on hot topics and learn to carry out research that provides societal insights. Our BA Sociology with a Foundation Year starts with essential humanities-focused study, preparing you for degree-level learning. International tuition fees are £17,250 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a 81% continuation rate, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Introduction to Sociology
Research Methods and Design
Contemporary Social Issues
Health and Inequality
Migration and Globalisation
Technology and Society
Qualitative Data Analysis
Sociological Theory and Practice
UCAS Code:L30F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,250
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£69,000
Home Student Fee
£5,760
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Oxford Brookes University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £25,000 | £28,500 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £25,000 | £30,500 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £31,000 | £39,500 |
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≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 24% above UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 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
67%Working
7%Studying
12%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
50%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
84%
Overall
Teaching on my course
89%Learning opportunities
80%Assessment and feedback
73%Academic support
91%Organisation and management
88%Learning resources
94%Student voice
73%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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About Oxford Brookes University
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