Whether in a group study room or a quiet zone, Amy found the Library facilities invaluable. Our academic staff have written or edited dozens of books and publish regularly in major national and international journals. Where other people only get to read what our experts think, you will be working directly with them, learning from them in lectures and questioning them in seminars. The annual Neustadt Series of sociology lectures is a chance to hear from major names talking about contemporary issues in Sociology. The annual Scarman Series of criminology lectures is a chance to hear from major names in law, policing and politics. Previous speakers have included Keir Starmer, Shami Chakrabarti and David Lammy. Our teaching goes beyond traditional methods to emphasise active engagement and practical application. You'll take part in a variety of hands-on activities such as creating media and real-world field trips. The 'Live Sociology' module specifically encourages critical reflection on local communities and institutions, preparing you to apply your knowledge beyond your degree.Teaching and learning You will take three modules in each semester. The modules you take are taught using a combination of lectures, workshops, seminars and tutorials. Lectures provide you with the foundational knowledge needed to study the subject area, while the workshops give you the opportunity to discuss key ideas with your peers and your workshop leader. Seminars are an opportunity for smaller/deeper group discussions on topics and reading relating to the module. Tutorials in our first year offer support with skills development. Leicester Sociology applies a creative practice based approach to teaching and learning. Focusing on experiential learning and the most up to date pedagogic insight and techniques, in all of our teaching sessions you will be active agents in your learning journey. You will take part in a range of activities and tasks that will help deepen your knowledge and confidence in how to apply sociology in creative ways, with convincing arguments and evidence. You will also have the opportunity to participate in fieldtrips. In addition to this you will be given a personal tutor who can provide one-to-one support on a range of academic and personal issues, a weekly 'drop-in' help-desk to ask any questions supported by teaching staff, and all the teaching staff in the School have regular 'office hours' sessions where you are able to discuss any problems you may have. Assessment of each module normally takes place at the end of each semester. Our assessment strategy allows you to develop a range of academic and transferable skills throughout your degree. You will be assessed in a wide range of ways, depending on the modules you choose. Our assessments include field work diaries, blogs, mindmaps, photovoice, short films, creative adverts, policy analysis, skills logs, portfolios, essays, reflective reports, presentations and exams. You will have the opportunity to produce creative and authentic, real-world forms of assessment. During the remainder of your study time you are able to access our excellent learning resources provided by the Library and Sociology at Leicester. As well as traditional written material, a selection of multimedia resources will enrich your learning experience.Independent learning When not attending lectures, seminars or other timetabled sessions you will be expected to continue learning independently through self-study. Typically, this will involve reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, undertaking research in the library, preparing coursework assignments and presentations, and preparing for exams. To help with your independent learning, you can use our student study spaces in the School, access the Library and our social study spaces in halls of residence.Academic support Our Centre for Academic Achievement provides help in the following areas:

• study and exam skills
• academic writing
• presentations
• dissertations
• numerical data skills
• referencing sources
Our AccessAbility Centre offers support and practical help for students with dyslexia or other specific learning difficulties, including physical, mental health or mobility difficulties, deafness, or visual impairment.Teaching staff You will be taught by an experienced teaching team whose expertise and knowledge are closely matched to the content of the modules on the course. PhD research students who have undertaken teacher training may also contribute to the teaching of seminars under the supervision of the module leader. Our teaching is informed by the research we do. You can learn more about our staff by visiting our staff profiles.

Taught by Sociology 14th in the UK for student experience in Sociology (The Times Good University Guide 2025) School of Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy website,
• A/AS-levels: BBB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level.
• EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ at grade B.
• GCSE: English at Grade 4/C
• Access to HE Diploma: Pass Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 credits at Distinction.
• International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points overall. Including grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if not held at GCSE.
• BTEC Nationals: Pass Diploma with DDM.
• T-Levels: Merit or above, Humanities subjects preferred.
Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies., IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard., Course Sociology Qualification BA Duration 3 years full-time UCAS Code L300 Availability How to apply

Sociology is the study of humans in society. It sounds broad because it is, but it will take you into the most fascinating areas of social existence, all around the globe and across every aspect of modern life., There is no better city than Leicester to explore fundamental sociological concepts such as ethnicity, migration and social class. With a range of vibrant and diverse communities including Narborough Road, "the most diverse street in Britain", Leicester offers the perfect environment to develop your sociological skillset via observation, participation and guided reflection. Our BA Sociology course employs a cutting-edge, creative practice-based approach, which is highly innovative and distinctive to sociology at Leicester. Emphasising experiential learning, we utilise the most up to date pedagogic tools and techniques, to create inclusive and inspiring learning environments for all. Alongside this, the course will provide you with a thorough grounding in research methods, theory and a variety of substantive topics. Throughout your degree you'll be getting to grips with topical issues in contemporary society - based on areas where our academics are conducting cutting-edge research. You will develop a range of transferable skills as well as more traditional academic competencies. We provide many opportunities for you to enhance your degree. Under expert and supportive supervision, you can conduct a sociological research project on a topic of your choice. You will collect data in the field, analyse it and 'write up' the findings. You might opt for a more traditional dissertation, or you might choose to explore novel and highly effective ways of disseminating your research, through film or comics, for example. You can also choose to study abroad; a great way of broadening your horizons and experiencing a different academic climate. Our degree programme is informed by our world leading research. We were one of the first Sociology Departments to be established in the UK, and we now have an international reputation, a wealth of experience in teaching and an enviable research pedigree. Leicester Sociology ranked 1st in the UK in our most recent Research Excellence Framework. Particular areas of expertise in sociology at Leicester include:
• Race, sport and deviance
• Children, childhood and young adulthood
• Migration and citizenship
• Activism and social change
• Environmental sustainability
• Illness and risk
• Transitions, and the life course
• Happiness, mental health and well-being
• Higher education and learning experiences
• Autobiography, family and communities
• Substance use/misuse, micro dosing and addiction
Flexibility underpins our degree structure, which means that you will get to shape your degree to suit your own interests and career aspirations. Whichever direction you choose, you will be taught by enthusiastic scholars who are keen to share their expertise with you.

Starting in 2025 The tuition fees that will be payable by you to the University for the 2025/26 academic year will be £9,535
• £9,535 in your first year. Tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with inflation, subject to government regulations. The inflation rate used will be the Retail Price Index excluding mortgage payments (RPIX)
Find out more about scholarships and funding.International StudentsStarting in 2025
• £19,700 per year
If you are resident outside the UK and the Republic of Ireland, you will need to pay a deposit of £3,000 to secure your place. This will be subtracted from your total tuition fee. If you are an EU national with settled or pre-settled status under the EU settlement scheme, you may qualify for the UK fee (subject to criteria). Find out more about scholarships and funding., We aim to provide you with a range of transferable skills that will give you a head-start in today's competitive job market. Your capacity for imaginative, rigorous and critical thinking will be developed throughout the degree. Subject specific skills, such as knowledge about social processes, will be complimented by the type of transferable skills that are highly valued by employers in the graduate job market, including:
• Data analysis
• Information management
• Leadership
• Project management
• Intellectual confidence
• Creative and effective communication
The Career Development Service and Sociology work together to ensure you improve your employability, as well as recognising the skills you have acquired throughout your degree. You will regularly discuss career preferences with your personal tutors at each level of study, building up a profile of your optimum career pathways. You can use your own work experience as a focus for your third year research project, providing a more reflexive approach to thinking about future careers. Our graduates go on to work in a variety of job roles
• , including:
• Communications Director
• Compliance Manager
• Group Operations Director
• Head of Learning and Development
• Housing Director
• Learning Disabilities Teacher
• Alumni Centenary Census, 2022, We are committed to providing skills and knowledge to help prepare you tackle global challenges. We have mapped our undergraduate degrees for learning which aligns to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals.
This degree includes learning which relates to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals:
• Goal 5: Gender equality
• Goal 10: Reduced inequalities