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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: L300
Sociology
University of SalfordSalford, England
3 yearsDuration
£17,040Per Year (Intl)
£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary
83%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Sociology at University of Salford is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding society. Based in Salford, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Sociology is the study of social life and our place within it, offering insights that have long guided government policies, industries, and efforts to challenge inequalities. On this course, you’ll explore human connections and relationships, examining how social structures like class, race, and gender shape behaviour. You'll tackle pressing issues such as poverty, sexism, austerity, immigration, privacy, and social unrest, gaining a deep understanding of cultural and everyday life. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundations of Sociological Theory
Social Structures and Inequality
Research Methods in Sociology
Culture and Identity
Contemporary Social Issues
Globalisation and Social Change
Deviance and Social Control
Dissertation or Specialisation Study
UCAS Code:L300
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,040
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£51,120
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 HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Salford
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £28,000 | £34,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,000 | £27,500 |
| 5 years | £19,500 | £25,500 | £33,000 |
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▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
5%Studying
5%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
15%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
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
92%
Overall
Teaching on my course
83%Learning opportunities
96%Assessment and feedback
96%Academic support
95%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
97%Student voice
90%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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