University of Bath
Sociology and Social Policy
England, United Kingdom · UCAS U120
Level
Bachelor
Duration
3 years
Campus
Main Site
Intl. Tuition
£26,150 (2027-28)
Home Tuition
£10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
Intake
October 2027
UCAS code
U120
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Course Overview
Sociology and Social Policy at University of Bath in England, United Kingdom is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector. Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.
Student life (indicative)
Bath is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
20,530
Staff Ratio
14.0:1
International
24.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
86.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
City & Location
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Sociology and Social Policy
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Sociology and Social Policy topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Sociology and Social Policy
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Administration
- Social sciences
- Social studies
- Policy studies
- Sociology
- Social policy
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
20,530
Total students
Staff Ratio
14:1
Students per staff
International Students
24%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Cool temperate
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Global / diverse | Sports culture | Historic / heritage
Student Life & City (indicative)
Bath is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues. The student community is central to city life.
- Bath is a historic university city with a compact, walkable centre and a good range of pubs, cafés and cultural venues.
- The student community is central to city life.
What Students Love
- Historic city & heritage
- Rich arts & cultural scene
- Great café culture
- Outdoor & nature activities
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
86%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£37,130
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector. Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.
- Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector.
- Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Engineering
- Finance
- Technology
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Total Programme Cost
£78,450
For full 3 years
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
MEDIUM
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,646/month budget (housing $970, food $345, transport $103) covers everything comfortably. Bath is pricier than most UK university cities but the quality of life and graduate outcomes justify it.
- One of the UK's more affordable student cities — a $1,646/month budget (housing $970, food $345, transport $103) covers everything comfortably.
- Bath is pricier than most UK university cities but the quality of life and graduate outcomes justify it.