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Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: L400
Sociology
Queen Margaret University, EdinburghEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£9,725Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
93%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Sociology at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Please note: for September 2026 entry there is only Year 1 or 2 entry for this course. Please refer to our Public Sociology course (L390) if you are looking for advanced entry onto Year 3. Our BSc (Hons) in Sociology is ideal preparation for a wide range of careers in which you can contribute to improving people’s lives. In sociology, our focus is on understanding how people’s lives and interactions are shaped by factors like class, gender, ethnicity, race, disability and age in national and global contexts. International tuition fees are £9,725 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Sociological Theory and Perspectives
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Social Inequality and Stratification
Identity
Culture and Society
Institutions and Social Change
Globalisation and Social Issues
Deviance and Social Control
Contemporary Sociological Problems
UCAS Code:L400
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC English required and Maths preferred GCSE grade C or 4. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points English required and Maths preferred at Standard level |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£9,725
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£38,900
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 — Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £15,500 | £21,000 | £26,000 |
| 5 years | £18,500 | £25,000 | £32,000 |
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▼ 16% below UK average salary
This course
£21,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 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
80%Working
10%Work & Study
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
93%Learning opportunities
88%Assessment and feedback
88%Academic support
90%Organisation and management
87%Learning resources
95%Student voice
80%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
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